May weather forecast
Sawmills, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Sawmills, 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

As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sawmills, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sawmills.

Daylight

In Sawmills, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 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

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sawmills is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sawmills in May?

Sawmills in May has an average high-temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Sawmills?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Sawmills.

What is the average humidity in May in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sawmills?

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

When it does not snow in Sawmills?

May through October are months without snowfall in Sawmills, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Sawmills in May?

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

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

In Sawmills, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sawmills?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 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 Sawmills have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sawmills, NC

Average temperature in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average pressure in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average humidity in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average UV index in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average visibility in May - Sawmills, 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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