May weather forecast
Holly Springs, NC

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Weather in May

May draws in warmer weather to Holly Springs approaching summer, with temperatures ramping up significantly, reaching a balmy 78.4°F (25.8°C). Relative humidity in this month peaks for the year, reinforcing the presence of summer's onset. An increase in daylight hours and long, sun-soaked days transform the city into a radiant tableau. This escalation in temperatures hints towards the upcoming sweltering phase of the year. The rising heat index coupled with May’s relative humidity distinguishes it from the milder weather pattern of April.

Temperature

Holly Springs observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Holly Springs, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Holly Springs are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Holly Springs, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Holly Springs is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Holly Springs is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Holly Springs is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Holly Springs?

Holly Springs in May has an average high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the most humid month in Holly Springs?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Holly Springs, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Holly Springs?

In Holly Springs, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Holly Springs?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Holly Springs?

In May, in Holly Springs, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Holly Springs?

In Holly Springs, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Holly Springs have in May?

In Holly Springs, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Holly Springs?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Holly Springs, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holly Springs have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Holly Springs?

In Holly Springs, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average temperature in May - Holly Springs, 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 (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average pressure in May - Holly Springs, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average wind speed in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average humidity in May - Holly Springs, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall in May - Holly Springs, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Holly Springs, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Holly Springs, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average UV index in May - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Holly Springs, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Holly Springs, NC

Average visibility in May - Holly Springs, 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).

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