May weather forecast
Silk Hope, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Silk Hope, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 59°F (15°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Silk Hope is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Silk Hope, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Silk Hope, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Silk Hope, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Silk Hope?

The high-temperature during May is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Silk Hope, during May, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Silk Hope?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Silk Hope have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Silk Hope have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Silk Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average temperature in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Silk Hope, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average wind speed in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average humidity in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average rainfall in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average snowfall in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Silk Hope, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Silk Hope, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average UV index in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Silk Hope, NC

Average visibility in May - Silk Hope, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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