May weather forecast
Shannon, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Shannon, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). During May, Shannon experiences an average low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Shannon, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shannon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.4 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shannon, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shannon, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shannon?

During May, Shannon experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Shannon?

The months with the highest humidity in Shannon are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Shannon?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Shannon?

In Shannon, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shannon?

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

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shannon?

On the first day of May in Shannon, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannon have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shannon is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shannon?

In Shannon, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shannon, NC

Average temperature in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shannon, NC

Average pressure in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shannon, NC

Average wind speed in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Shannon, NC

Average humidity in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Shannon, NC

Average rainfall in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Shannon, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shannon, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shannon, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.9 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
Shannon, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shannon, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shannon, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Shannon, NC

Average UV index in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Shannon, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Shannon, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Shannon, NC

Average visibility in May - Shannon, 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).

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