May weather forecast
Tapoco, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Tapoco, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.4°F (23°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) to Tapoco.

Humidity

In Tapoco, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tapoco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.7 days and collects up to 46.69" (1186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tapoco, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tapoco is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tapoco in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.4°F (23°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Tapoco?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Tapoco, in May, during 20 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Tapoco, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Tapoco in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tapoco is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tapoco, NC

Average temperature in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Tapoco, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tapoco, NC

Average wind speed in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Tapoco, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Tapoco, NC

Average rainfall in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Tapoco, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tapoco, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tapoco, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tapoco, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Tapoco, NC

Average UV index in May - Tapoco, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Tapoco, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Tapoco, NC

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

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

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