May weather forecast
Valdese, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Valdese, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Valdese, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Valdese, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Valdese, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Valdese, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Valdese is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures in Valdese, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Valdese?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Valdese, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Valdese have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Valdese, NC

Average temperature in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Valdese, NC

Average pressure in May - Valdese, 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
Valdese, NC

Average wind speed in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Valdese, NC

Average humidity in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Valdese, NC

Average rainfall in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Valdese, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Valdese, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Valdese, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Valdese, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Valdese, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Valdese, NC

Average UV index in May - Valdese, 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
Valdese, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Valdese, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Valdese, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).

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