May weather forecast
Mount Airy, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Mount Airy, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Mount Airy's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) is witnessed in Mount Airy throughout May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Mount Airy is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Airy, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Mount Airy is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mount Airy. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Mount Airy?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Airy are 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Mount Airy?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mount Airy in May?

In Mount Airy, North Carolina, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mount Airy?

In Mount Airy, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Mount Airy in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Mount Airy?

In Mount Airy, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mount Airy?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Airy, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Airy have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Mount Airy is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Mount Airy?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mount Airy?

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

Average temperature in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average pressure in May - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, NC

Average wind speed in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average humidity in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mount Airy, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average UV index in May - Mount Airy, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Mount Airy, NC

Average visibility in May - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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