May weather forecast
Rockwell, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Rockwell, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). Throughout May, the nighttime temperature averages to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Rockwell are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Rockwell, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Rockwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Rockwell is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Rockwell, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rockwell are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockwell in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Rockwell, is 78.4°F (25.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Rockwell?

The months with the highest humidity in Rockwell, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Rockwell?

The average relative humidity in May in Rockwell is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Rockwell?

In Rockwell, North Carolina, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rockwell?

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

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

The average day length in May in Rockwell is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rockwell?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockwell have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Rockwell is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Rockwell?

The months with the highest UV index in Rockwell, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May in Rockwell?

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

Average temperature in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Rockwell, NC

Average pressure in May - Rockwell, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rockwell, NC

Average wind speed in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Rockwell, NC

Average humidity in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Rockwell, NC

Average rainfall in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Rockwell, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rockwell, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rockwell, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Rockwell, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rockwell, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Rockwell, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Rockwell, NC

Average UV index in May - Rockwell, 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
Rockwell, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Rockwell, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

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

Average visibility in May
Rockwell, NC

Average visibility in May - Rockwell, 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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