May weather forecastBalsam, NC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Balsam, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C).Temperature
With the onset of May, Balsam's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from April's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout May, Balsam's nights cool down to an average of 49.8°F (9.9°C).Humidity
In Balsam, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Balsam, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 41.77" (1061mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Balsam. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Balsam aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Balsam, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 29.84" (758mm) of snow.Daylight
In Balsam, 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 6:18 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Balsam, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Balsam, 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
Balsam, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Balsam, 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
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.86"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.72").
Average rainfall days in May
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Balsam, 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: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Balsam, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Balsam, 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
Balsam, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in May
Balsam, NC
- Average visibility in May: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (4mi).
