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 start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Spruce Pine sees an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) during May.Humidity
February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Spruce Pine is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Spruce Pine. May is the last month it regularly snows in Spruce Pine. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Spruce Pine aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Spruce Pine, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, is 14h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Spruce Pine in May?
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How many days does it rain in May in Spruce Pine?
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What is the average length of the day in May in Spruce Pine?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Spruce Pine?
How many hours of sunshine does Spruce Pine have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Spruce Pine?
What is the UV index reading in May in Spruce Pine?
Average temperature in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Spruce Pine, 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
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Spruce Pine, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Spruce Pine, 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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