May weather forecast
Pinetops, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Pinetops, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and an average low of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a warm 77.7°F (25.4°C). In the month of May, Pinetops witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pinetops, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pinetops, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Pinetops, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Pinetops, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pinetops, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Pinetops, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Pinetops?

In Pinetops, 77.7°F (25.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.6°F (15.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Pinetops?

The average relative humidity in May in Pinetops is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Pinetops?

In Pinetops, during May, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pinetops?

April through November are months without snowfall in Pinetops.

What is the average length of the day in May in Pinetops?

In Pinetops, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pinetops?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pinetops, North Carolina, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pinetops have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Pinetops is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Pinetops?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pinetops, NC

Average temperature in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Pinetops, NC

Average pressure in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pinetops, NC

Average wind speed in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Pinetops, NC

Average humidity in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Pinetops, NC

Average rainfall in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Pinetops, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pinetops, NC

Average snowfall in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pinetops, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pinetops, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pinetops, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Pinetops, NC

Average UV index in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Pinetops, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Pinetops, NC

Average visibility in May - Pinetops, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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