May weather forecast
Cullowhee, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Cullowhee, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 70.7°F (21.5°C) and min 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

Cullowhee's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Cullowhee records an average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Cullowhee.

Rainfall

In Cullowhee, in May, during 19.6 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cullowhee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cullowhee, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Cullowhee, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cullowhee in May?

In Cullowhee, in May, the average high-temperature is 70.7°F (21.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Cullowhee?

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Cullowhee?

In Cullowhee, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Cullowhee in May?

In Cullowhee, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cullowhee?

In Cullowhee, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Cullowhee in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Cullowhee?

In Cullowhee, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cullowhee?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cullowhee, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cullowhee have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cullowhee is 9.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Cullowhee?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cullowhee, North Carolina, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average temperature in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°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 (27°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average pressure in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average humidity in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average snowfall in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
Cullowhee, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cullowhee, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Cullowhee, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Cullowhee, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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