May weather forecast
Oak City, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Oak City, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

Oak City's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Oak City observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Oak City, during May, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Oak City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Oak City, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Oak City is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oak City is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oak City?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oak City are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Oak City?

The months with the highest humidity in Oak City are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Oak City?

In May, the average relative humidity in Oak City is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Oak City?

In Oak City, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Oak City?

In Oak City, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Oak City have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Oak City?

On the first day of May in Oak City, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak City have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Oak City?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oak City is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Oak City, NC

Average temperature in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oak City, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Oak City, NC

Average wind speed in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oak City, NC

Average humidity in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Oak City, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oak City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oak City, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oak City, NC

Average UV index in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Oak City, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Oak City, NC

Average visibility in May - Oak City, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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