May weather forecast
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lake Norman of Catawba, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The coming of May brings a minor shift in Lake Norman of Catawba's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). Lake Norman of Catawba records a steady low-temperature average of 58.1°F (14.5°C) during May.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lake Norman of Catawba, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Norman of Catawba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lake Norman of Catawba, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lake Norman of Catawba. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lake Norman of Catawba are 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Lake Norman of Catawba?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lake Norman of Catawba is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lake Norman of Catawba?

April through October are months without snowfall in Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lake Norman of Catawba?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In Lake Norman of Catawba, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average temperature in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average pressure in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average wind speed in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average humidity in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average rainfall in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average snowfall in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
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
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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 (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average UV index in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average visibility in May - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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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