May weather forecast
Ararat, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Ararat, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 55°F (12.8°C) and max 75.7°F (24.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Ararat's average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature in Ararat dips to a cool 55°F (12.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ararat is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ararat, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ararat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Ararat.

Daylight

In Ararat, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ararat is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ararat. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ararat?

Ararat in May has an average high-temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ararat?

In May, the average relative humidity in Ararat, North Carolina, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Ararat in May?

In Ararat, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ararat?

May through October are months without snowfall in Ararat.

Does it snow in Ararat in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ararat have in May?

In May, the average day length in Ararat is 14h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ararat?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ararat, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ararat have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Ararat?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Ararat?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ararat, NC

Average temperature in May - Ararat, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ararat, NC

Average pressure in May - Ararat, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ararat, NC

Average wind speed in May - Ararat, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ararat, NC

Average humidity in May - Ararat, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall in May - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ararat, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ararat, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ararat, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ararat, NC

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ararat, NC

Average UV index in May - Ararat, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ararat, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Ararat, NC

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

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

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