May weather forecastCrossnore, NC

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Crossnore, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Crossnore are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Crossnore. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Crossnore. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Crossnore aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Crossnore, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Crossnore is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

In Crossnore, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Crossnore. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Crossnore aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

The average day length in May in Crossnore, North Carolina, is 14h and 5min.

On the first day of May in Crossnore, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Crossnore is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Crossnore, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average humidity in May: 80%

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

Average rainfall in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Crossnore, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Crossnore, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Crossnore, NC

  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).