May weather forecast
Rockingham, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Rockingham, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.2°F (16.2°C) and max 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C). In the month of May, Rockingham's average low-temperature falls to an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

In Rockingham, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rockingham, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Rockingham, is 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Rockingham, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Rockingham?

The wettest months are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Rockingham, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Rockingham, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Rockingham have in May?

In Rockingham, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Rockingham, NC

Average temperature in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Rockingham, NC

Average pressure in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rockingham, NC

Average wind speed in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Rockingham, NC

Average humidity in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Rockingham, NC

Average rainfall in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Rockingham, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rockingham, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rockingham, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rockingham, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Rockingham, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Rockingham, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Rockingham, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Rockingham, NC

Average visibility in May - Rockingham, 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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