May weather forecast
Sapphire, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Sapphire, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Sapphire's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) to Sapphire.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sapphire, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sapphire, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Sapphire, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sapphire, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In Sapphire, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Sapphire in May has an average high-temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sapphire, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sapphire, North Carolina, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September 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 is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapphire have in May?

In Sapphire, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Sapphire, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sapphire, NC

Average temperature in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sapphire, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sapphire, NC

Average humidity in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in May
Sapphire, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sapphire, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sapphire, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sapphire, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sapphire, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Sapphire, NC

Average UV index in May - Sapphire, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Sapphire, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Sapphire, NC

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

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

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