May weather forecast
Burnsville, NC

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Burnsville, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.1°F (21.7°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In May, the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burnsville are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnsville. During 0.3 snowfall days, Burnsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burnsville, there are 34.3 snowfall days, and 22.6" (574mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Burnsville is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Burnsville, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Burnsville is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Burnsville, North Carolina. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Burnsville?

In May, in Burnsville, North Carolina, the average high-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What are the most humid months in Burnsville?

February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Burnsville, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Burnsville?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Burnsville?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Burnsville?

In May, in Burnsville, North Carolina, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout May, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Burnsville?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Burnsville. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Burnsville aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Burnsville have in May?

In Burnsville, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Burnsville?

On the first day of May in Burnsville, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Burnsville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Burnsville?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Burnsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Burnsville is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Burnsville, NC

Average temperature in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Burnsville, NC

Average pressure in May - Burnsville, 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
Burnsville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Burnsville, NC

Average humidity in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 34min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 46min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Burnsville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Burnsville, NC

Average UV index in May - Burnsville, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Burnsville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Burnsville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Burnsville, NC

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

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

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