May weather forecast
Poplar Branch, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Poplar Branch, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). Poplar Branch, in May, logs an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Poplar Branch, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Poplar Branch, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Poplar Branch is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Poplar Branch in May has an average high-temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Poplar Branch?

In Poplar Branch, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Poplar Branch have in May?

The average day length in May in Poplar Branch is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar Branch have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Poplar Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average temperature in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Poplar Branch, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average wind speed in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average humidity in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Poplar Branch, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average UV index in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Poplar Branch, NC

Average visibility in May - Poplar Branch, 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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