Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). May nights in Columbus, North Carolina, observe an average temperature dip to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C).Humidity
In Columbus, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Columbus, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Columbus, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Columbus, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Columbus?
What is the average humidity in May in Columbus?
How much does it rain in Columbus in May?
When it does not snow in Columbus?
How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Columbus?
How long on average sun shines in May in Columbus?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Columbus?
What is the UV index reading in May in Columbus?
Average temperature in May
Columbus, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Columbus, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Columbus, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Columbus, NC
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Columbus, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Columbus, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Columbus, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Columbus, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Columbus, 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: 10h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Columbus, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Columbus, 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
Columbus, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Columbus, 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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