May weather forecast
Sparta, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sparta, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

Sparta in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In May, Sparta's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sparta. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sparta aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sparta, North Carolina, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sparta, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Sparta, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sparta, North Carolina, is 9h.

UV index

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sparta?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Sparta, is 71.1°F (21.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Sparta?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Sparta.

What is the average humidity in May in Sparta?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Sparta?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sparta. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sparta in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sparta?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sparta. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sparta aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sparta have in May?

In Sparta, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sparta?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in May?

In Sparta, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sparta?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sparta is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sparta, NC

Average temperature in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Sparta, NC

Average pressure in May - Sparta, 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
Sparta, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Sparta, NC

Average humidity in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Sparta, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sparta, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sparta, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sparta, NC

Average UV index in May - Sparta, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sparta, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sparta, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Sparta, NC

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

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

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