May weather forecast
Hendersonville, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hendersonville, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.4°F (11.9°C) and max 75°F (23.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Hendersonville experiences a steady low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Hendersonville.

Rainfall

In Hendersonville, North Carolina, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hendersonville, there are 167.9 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hendersonville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Hendersonville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hendersonville, North Carolina, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Hendersonville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hendersonville during May are 75°F (23.9°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Hendersonville?

The months with the highest humidity in Hendersonville, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Hendersonville?

In May, the average relative humidity in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hendersonville in May?

In Hendersonville, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Hendersonville?

May through October are months without snowfall in Hendersonville.

Does it snow in Hendersonville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hendersonville have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hendersonville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hendersonville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hendersonville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hendersonville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average temperature in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average pressure in May - Hendersonville, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average humidity in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hendersonville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hendersonville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Hendersonville, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hendersonville, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hendersonville, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Hendersonville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Hendersonville, NC

Average visibility in May - Hendersonville, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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