May weather forecast
Little Switzerland, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.9°F (10.5°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

May marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). In the month of May, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Little Switzerland are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Little Switzerland is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Little Switzerland, North Carolina. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Little Switzerland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Little Switzerland, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Little Switzerland are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Little Switzerland in May?

May temperatures in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Little Switzerland?

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Little Switzerland?

The average relative humidity in May in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Little Switzerland?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Little Switzerland. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Little Switzerland?

In Little Switzerland, during May, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Little Switzerland?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Little Switzerland. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Little Switzerland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Little Switzerland have in May?

The average day length in May in Little Switzerland is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Little Switzerland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Little Switzerland have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Little Switzerland is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Little Switzerland?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Little Switzerland.

What is the UV index reading in May in Little Switzerland?

In Little Switzerland, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average temperature in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average pressure in May - Little Switzerland, 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
Little Switzerland, NC

Average wind speed in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average humidity in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average rainfall in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average snowfall in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average UV index in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Little Switzerland, NC

Average visibility in May - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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