May weather forecast
Rutherford College, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Rutherford College, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

Rutherford College's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Rutherford College reports a steady low-temperature average of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rutherford College, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rutherford College, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Rutherford College?

In Rutherford College, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.6°F (24.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Rutherford College is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Rutherford College, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Rutherford College is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutherford College have in May?

In Rutherford College, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average temperature in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average pressure in May - Rutherford College, 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
Rutherford College, NC

Average wind speed in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average humidity in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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

Average rainfall in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average rainfall in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average snowfall in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rutherford College, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average UV index in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rutherford College, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Rutherford College, NC

Average visibility in May - Rutherford College, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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