May weather forecastGraham, NC

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Graham, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). In May, Graham encounters an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Graham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Graham, 78.1°F (25.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.6°F (14.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

In Graham, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

April through October are months without snowfall.

In Graham, the average day length in May is 14h and 5min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Graham, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Graham, NC

  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Graham, NC

  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Graham, NC

  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Graham, NC

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Graham, NC

  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Graham, NC

  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Graham, NC

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Graham, NC

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Graham, NC

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Graham, NC

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Graham, NC

  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Graham, NC

  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Graham, NC

  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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