Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The coming of May brings a minor shift in Selma's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). During May nights, Selma witnesses a consistent average temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).Humidity
May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Selma, North Carolina, in May, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Selma, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Selma, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Selma is 14h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Selma in May?
What is the most humid month in Selma?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
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How many hours of daylight does Selma have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Selma, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Selma, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Selma, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Selma, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Selma, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Selma, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Selma, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Selma, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Selma, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Selma, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Selma, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Selma, 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 31).
Average visibility in May
Selma, 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).
Selma, North Carolina, USA
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