May weather forecastHorse Shoe, NC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Horse Shoe, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).Temperature
With the beginning of May, Horse Shoe's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C) in April to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). Horse Shoe experiences an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) in month of May.Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Horse Shoe, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Horse Shoe, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Horse Shoe, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Horse Shoe, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Horse Shoe, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Horse Shoe, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, September and December (5mi).
