May weather forecast
Fountain, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fountain, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 60.8°F (16°C) and 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May, with temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Fountain reports an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fountain, North Carolina, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fountain, North Carolina, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fountain, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Fountain, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Fountain, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Fountain is 9.5h.

UV index

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Fountain?

May temperatures in Fountain, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fountain?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Fountain?

In Fountain, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fountain?

April through November are months without snowfall in Fountain.

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

The average day length in May in Fountain, North Carolina, is 14h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fountain?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fountain, North Carolina, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain have in May?

In Fountain, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fountain?

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fountain, NC

Average temperature in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fountain, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fountain, NC

Average wind speed in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fountain, NC

Average humidity in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fountain, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
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
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

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

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fountain, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fountain, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fountain, NC

Average UV index in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fountain, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Fountain, NC

Average visibility in May - Fountain, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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