May weather forecast
Franklin, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franklin, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.6°F (22°C) and min 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Franklin's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from April's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In May, Franklin records an average nighttime temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Franklin is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 47.4" (1204mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Franklin, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

In Franklin, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Franklin in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Franklin, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in May in Franklin is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Franklin?

In Franklin, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.02" (102mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Franklin?

In Franklin, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Franklin in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?

In Franklin, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Franklin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Franklin is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Franklin?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Franklin is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, NC

Average temperature in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Franklin, NC

Average pressure in May - Franklin, 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
Franklin, NC

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Franklin, NC

Average humidity in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Franklin, NC

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (3.07").

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Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Franklin, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Franklin, NC

Average UV index in May - Franklin, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Franklin, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Franklin, NC

Average visibility in May - Franklin, 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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