May weather forecast
Catawba Heights, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Catawba Heights, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

As Catawba Heights, North Carolina, enters May, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) of April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). Catawba Heights reports a consistent average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) throughout May nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Catawba Heights, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Catawba Heights, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Catawba Heights, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Catawba Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Catawba Heights, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Catawba Heights is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Catawba Heights, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Catawba Heights?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Catawba Heights, is 79.3°F (26.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Catawba Heights?

The months with the highest humidity in Catawba Heights, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Catawba Heights?

In Catawba Heights, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Catawba Heights?

In Catawba Heights, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Catawba Heights?

In Catawba Heights, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Catawba Heights have in May?

The average day length in May in Catawba Heights, North Carolina, is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Catawba Heights?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Catawba Heights, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Catawba Heights?

In Catawba Heights, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Catawba Heights?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Catawba Heights.

What is the UV index reading in May in Catawba Heights?

In Catawba Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average temperature in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average pressure in May - Catawba Heights, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average wind speed in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average humidity in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average rainfall in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

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

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Average rainfall days in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average snowfall in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Catawba Heights, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average UV index in May - Catawba Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Catawba Heights, NC

Average visibility in May - Catawba Heights, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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