May weather forecast
Waynesville, NC

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The townscape of Waynesville in North Carolina
The townscape of Waynesville in North Carolina

Weather in May

Waynesville warms further with the arrival of May, completing its journey into spring and teetering on the brink of summer. The temperature margins are relatively comfortable, with the highest recorded temperature for May reaching 69.8°F (21°C). Vivid greenery marks the landscape, providing a visual treat under ample sunshine. The entire month is characterized by pleasantly warm days and cool nights.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Waynesville, North Carolina, is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). Waynesville's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Waynesville, North Carolina, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout May, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waynesville, North Carolina, there are 196.9 rainfall days, and 43.43" (1103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Waynesville, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Waynesville, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Waynesville, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waynesville are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Waynesville?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Waynesville, is 69.8°F (21°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Waynesville?

The average relative humidity in May in Waynesville, North Carolina, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Waynesville in May?

In Waynesville, in May, during 21 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Waynesville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Waynesville have in May?

In Waynesville, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Waynesville?

On the first day of May in Waynesville, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Waynesville?

The average sunshine duration in May in Waynesville, North Carolina, is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Waynesville?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Waynesville, North Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in May in Waynesville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Waynesville, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Waynesville, NC

Average temperature in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Waynesville, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Waynesville, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Waynesville, NC

Average humidity in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Waynesville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Waynesville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waynesville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Waynesville, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waynesville, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Waynesville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (6.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Waynesville, NC

Average UV index in May - Waynesville, 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
Waynesville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in May
Waynesville, NC

Average visibility in May - Waynesville, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (4mi).

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