May weather forecast
Knightdale, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Knightdale, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Knightdale's average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Knightdale, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 33.19" (843mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Knightdale is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Knightdale is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents 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:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Knightdale?

In Knightdale, in May, the average high-temperature is 78.1°F (25.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Knightdale?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Knightdale?

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

How much does it rain in Knightdale in May?

In May, in Knightdale, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Knightdale?

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

How many hours of daylight does Knightdale have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Knightdale?

On the first day of May in Knightdale, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Knightdale have in May?

In Knightdale, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Knightdale?

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

Average temperature in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Knightdale, NC

Average pressure in May - Knightdale, 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
Knightdale, NC

Average wind speed in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Knightdale, NC

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

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

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Average rainfall in May
Knightdale, NC

Average rainfall in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Knightdale, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Knightdale, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
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
Knightdale, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Knightdale, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Knightdale, 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 3min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Knightdale, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Knightdale, NC

Average UV index in May - Knightdale, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Knightdale, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Knightdale, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Knightdale, NC

Average visibility in May - Knightdale, 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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