May weather forecast
Washburn, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Washburn, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.1°F (14.5°C) and max 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). Washburn reports an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Washburn, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Washburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Washburn, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Washburn?

In May, in Washburn, the average high-temperature is 78.8°F (26°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Washburn, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Washburn have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Washburn have in May?

In Washburn, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

When is 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 reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Washburn, NC

Average temperature in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°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 (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Washburn, NC

Average pressure in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Washburn, NC

Average wind speed in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Washburn, NC

Average humidity in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Washburn, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Washburn, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Washburn, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Washburn, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Washburn, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Washburn, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Washburn, NC

Average UV index in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Washburn, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Washburn, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Washburn, NC

Average visibility in May - Washburn, 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).

Washburn, North Carolina, USA

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