May weather forecast
Stem, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Stem, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average high of 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

With the start of May, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from April's agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). In the month of May, Stem experiences an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Stem, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Stem, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stem in May?

In May, in Stem, the average high-temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall in Stem.

How many hours of daylight does Stem have in May?

In Stem, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Stem, NC

Average temperature in May - Stem, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Stem, NC

Average pressure in May - Stem, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Stem, NC

Average wind speed in May - Stem, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Stem, NC

Average humidity in May - Stem, 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
Stem, NC

Average rainfall in May - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Stem, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Stem, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Stem, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Stem, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Stem, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Stem, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Stem, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Stem, NC

Average UV index in May - Stem, 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
Stem, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Stem, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Stem, NC

Average visibility in May - Stem, 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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