May weather forecast
Thelma, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thelma, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). Thelma temperatures generally rest at a low of 59.2°F (15.1°C) during the May nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Thelma, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thelma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Thelma experiences an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Thelma, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Thelma, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Thelma, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thelma have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Thelma?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Thelma, NC

Average temperature in May - Thelma, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thelma, NC

Average wind speed in May - Thelma, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Thelma, NC

Average rainfall in May - Thelma, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Thelma, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Thelma, 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 (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thelma, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thelma, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Thelma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Thelma, NC

Average UV index in May - Thelma, 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
Thelma, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Thelma, NC

Average visibility in May - Thelma, 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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