May weather forecastBurlington, NC
May
Weather in May
May hosts the initiation of summer in Burlington with temperatures rising as high as 78.1°F (25.6°C). This month sees humidity decrease slightly providing some solace from the lifting mercury. As rainfall inches up to 3.58" (91mm), the opportunity to witness thunderstorms arrives. Longer sunlight hours offer ample time for soaking in the transitional phase from milder to hotter climates. As May hands off the baton to June, anticipation for sunny beach outings grows firmer.Temperature
May in Burlington signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, Burlington observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Burlington.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Burlington is 14h and 6min.On the first day of May in Burlington, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Burlington is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Burlington, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.1°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 (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Burlington, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Burlington, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Burlington, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Burlington, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Burlington, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Burlington, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Burlington, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Burlington, 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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Burlington, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Burlington, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Burlington, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Burlington, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
