May weather forecast
Roaring River, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Roaring River, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Roaring River sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Roaring River, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Roaring River aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Roaring River, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Roaring River, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Roaring River, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Roaring River, 74.8°F (23.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.1°F (12.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Roaring River, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Roaring River, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Roaring River aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Roaring River?

In Roaring River, the average day length in May is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Roaring River have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Roaring River, NC

Average temperature in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Roaring River, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Roaring River, NC

Average wind speed in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Roaring River, NC

Average humidity in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Roaring River, NC

Average rainfall in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Roaring River, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Roaring River, NC

Average snowfall in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Roaring River, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Roaring River, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Roaring River, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Roaring River, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Roaring River, NC

Average UV index in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Roaring River, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Roaring River, NC

Average visibility in May - Roaring River, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).

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