May weather forecastGarner, NC
May
Weather in May
Moving further into spring, the month of May in Garner takes on a noticeably warmer demeanor than April, with humidity levels starting to climb as well. Marking the highest rainfall level until this part of the year, May registers a heavy 3.19" (81mm). The sensation of "May weather" becomes more pronounced with temperatures climbing steadily, replacing the cooler air of April. The month's increased daylight hours also pave the way for more sunshine, carving a niche for the late spring atmosphere. A heightened UV index dive-tails with all these changes, indicating that summer is on the horizon.Temperature
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) is experienced.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Garner is 14h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Garner, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk 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:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Garner, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Garner, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Garner, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Garner, NC
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Garner, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Garner, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Garner, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Garner, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Garner, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Garner, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Garner, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Garner, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Garner, NC
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
