May weather forecast
Apex, NC

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Weather in May

In May, Apex, North Carolina emerges in full spring bloom, hinting at the upcoming summer. Temperatures typically range from 60.3°F (15.7°C) to 78.6°F (25.9°C), signaling a significant jump from the cooler temperatures of April. Residents are encouraged to utilize their time outdoors effectively, thanks to a prolonged Sunshine hours of 9.6 hours. With the advent of June, the city begins its shift towards a warmer spectrum. Amid all the escalating warmth and longer sunny days, citizens are advised to brace for a marginal increase in rainfall.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Apex's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from April's agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C). An average low-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) is recorded during the nights in May in Apex.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Apex is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Apex is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Apex, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Apex?

The high-temperature, in May, in Apex, is 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.3°F (15.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Apex?

The average relative humidity in May in Apex is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Apex?

The month with the most rainfall in Apex is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Apex in May?

In Apex, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Apex?

April through October are months without snowfall in Apex.

How many hours of daylight does Apex have in May?

In May, the average day length in Apex is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Apex?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Apex, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Apex?

The average sunshine duration in May in Apex is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Apex?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Apex, North Carolina, 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
Apex, NC

Average temperature in May - Apex, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Apex, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Apex, NC

Average wind speed in May - Apex, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Apex, NC

Average humidity in May - Apex, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Apex, NC

Average rainfall in May - Apex, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in May
Apex, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Apex, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Apex, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Apex, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Apex, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Apex, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Apex, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Apex, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Apex, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Apex, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Apex, NC

Average visibility in May - Apex, 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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