Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Entering May, Valle Crucis notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Valle Crucis's average low-temperature for the month of May records at a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Valle Crucis aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Valle Crucis, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 28.19" (716mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. 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 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Valle Crucis, 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
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Valle Crucis, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Valle Crucis, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
Valle Crucis, North Carolina, USA
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