May weather forecast
Statesville, NC

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Weather in May

May in Statesville carries the ambiance of late spring and early summer with daily temperatures regularly hitting the upper range. While rainfall of 3.15" (80mm) spreads over 17.3 days, much of this precipitation is due to brief and localized showers, characteristic of this season. The ever-lengthening daylight hours close to summer solstice and relatively high UV index foreshadow the coming summer. May's surge in humidity, coupled with frequently thunderous afternoons, paints a quintessential southeastern spring portrait. Outdoor plans often have to be adjusted due to the unpredictable pop-up storms.

Temperature

Statesville in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). In Statesville, May is marked by an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Statesville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Statesville, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Statesville. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Statesville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Statesville.

How many hours of daylight does Statesville have in May?

In Statesville, 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 6:30 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Statesville?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Statesville, NC

Average pressure in May - Statesville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Statesville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Statesville, NC

Average humidity in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Statesville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Statesville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Statesville, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Statesville, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Statesville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Statesville, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Statesville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Statesville, NC

Average visibility in May - Statesville, 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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