May weather forecastBakersville, NC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Bakersville, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) marks the month of May in Bakersville.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Bakersville are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bakersville aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Bakersville, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Bakersville is 14h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Bakersville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Bakersville is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Bakersville, 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
Bakersville, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Bakersville, 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
Bakersville, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Bakersville, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
