May weather forecast
Locust, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Locust, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and an average high of 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Locust's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) to Locust.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Locust, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Locust, North Carolina, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Locust, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Locust, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Locust?

In Locust, in May, the average high-temperature is 79°F (26.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Locust?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Locust?

In Locust, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Locust?

In Locust, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Locust?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Locust?

The average day length in May in Locust is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Locust?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Locust?

The average sunshine duration in May in Locust, North Carolina, is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Locust?

The months with the highest UV index in Locust, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Locust?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Locust, NC

Average temperature in May - Locust, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°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 (48.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Locust, NC

Average pressure in May - Locust, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Locust, NC

Average wind speed in May - Locust, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Locust, NC

Average humidity in May - Locust, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Locust, NC

Average rainfall in May - Locust, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Locust, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Locust, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Locust, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Locust, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Locust, 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).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Locust, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Locust, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Locust, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Locust, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Locust, NC

Average UV index in May - Locust, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Locust, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Locust, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Locust, NC

Average visibility in May - Locust, 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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