May weather forecast
Longwood, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Longwood, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Longwood, during May, averages of 66°F (18.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Longwood, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Longwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.1 days and collects up to 41.22" (1047mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Longwood, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Longwood, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Longwood, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In Longwood, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Longwood?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Longwood are 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 66°F (18.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Longwood?

The months with the highest humidity in Longwood, North Carolina, are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Longwood?

In May, the average relative humidity in Longwood is 78%.

How much does it rain in Longwood in May?

In Longwood, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Longwood?

March through December are months without snowfall in Longwood, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Longwood have in May?

The average day length in May in Longwood is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Longwood?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Longwood have in May?

In Longwood, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Longwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Longwood is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Longwood, NC

Average temperature in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

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Average pressure in May
Longwood, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Longwood, NC

Average wind speed in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Longwood, NC

Average humidity in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Longwood, NC

Average rainfall in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in May
Longwood, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Longwood, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Longwood, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Longwood, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Longwood, NC

Average UV index in May - Longwood, 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 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Longwood, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Longwood, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Longwood, NC

Average visibility in May - Longwood, 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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