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 accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 50.7°F (10.4°C) during May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Elk Park are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Elk Park, in May, during 19 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elk Park. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Elk Park aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Elk Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Elk Park is 14h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Elk Park, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elk Park, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Elk Park are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the most humid month in Elk Park?
What is the average humidity in May in Elk Park?
How much does it rain in Elk Park in May?
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What is the average length of the day in May in Elk Park?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk Park?
How many hours of sunshine does Elk Park have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Elk Park?
How high is the UV index in May in Elk Park?
Average temperature in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.7°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 (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Elk Park, 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
Elk Park, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 19 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
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
Elk Park, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elk Park, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in May
Elk Park, 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
Elk Park, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Elk Park, 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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