May weather forecastLittle Switzerland, NC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).Temperature
The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Little Switzerland records an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C) throughout the nights in May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Little Switzerland. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Little Switzerland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Little Switzerland, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day 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 are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Little Switzerland, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
