May weather forecast
Ruth, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ruth, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 55.9°F (13.3°C) and max 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

Ruth's weather in May presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). Ruth's nighttime average of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during May reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ruth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ruth, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Ruth, in May, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Ruth, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ruth have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Ruth, NC

Average pressure in May - Ruth, 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
Ruth, NC

Average wind speed in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Ruth, NC

Average humidity in May - Ruth, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Ruth, NC

Average rainfall in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Ruth, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Ruth, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ruth, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ruth, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Ruth, NC

Average UV index in May - Ruth, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ruth, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Ruth, NC

Average visibility in May - Ruth, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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