May weather forecast
Bethlehem, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bethlehem, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). In May, the nighttime temperature in Bethlehem lowers to an average of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Bethlehem, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.8 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bethlehem, North Carolina, is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Bethlehem, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bethlehem is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bethlehem are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethlehem in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bethlehem, records 76.6°F (24.8°C), while the low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What are the most humid months in Bethlehem?

The months with the highest humidity in Bethlehem, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, in May, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Bethlehem have in May?

In Bethlehem, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bethlehem?

On the first day of May in Bethlehem, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Bethlehem?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Bethlehem?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Bethlehem, NC

Average temperature in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average pressure in May - Bethlehem, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average wind speed in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average humidity in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average rainfall in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bethlehem, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
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
Bethlehem, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Bethlehem, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethlehem, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bethlehem, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average UV index in May - Bethlehem, 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
Bethlehem, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Bethlehem, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Bethlehem, NC

Average visibility in May - Bethlehem, 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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