May weather forecast
Penland, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Penland, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

Penland experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from an enjoyable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Penland.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Penland. May is the last month it regularly snows in Penland, North Carolina. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Penland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Penland, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Penland, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May 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 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Penland, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Penland?

During May, Penland experiences an average high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Penland?

The months with the highest humidity in Penland are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Penland?

The average relative humidity in May in Penland is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Penland?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Penland?

In May, the rain falls for 20.6 days. Throughout May, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Penland?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Penland aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Penland have in May?

In May, the average day length in Penland, North Carolina, is 14h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Penland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Penland, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Penland have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Penland, North Carolina, is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Penland?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Penland.

How high is the UV index in May in Penland?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Penland is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Penland, NC

Average temperature in May - Penland, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Penland, NC

Average pressure in May - Penland, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Penland, NC

Average wind speed in May - Penland, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Penland, NC

Average humidity in May - Penland, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Penland, NC

Average rainfall in May - Penland, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Penland, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Penland, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Penland, NC

Average snowfall in May - Penland, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Penland, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Penland, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Penland, 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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Penland, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Penland, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Penland, NC

Average UV index in May - Penland, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Penland, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Penland, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Penland, NC

Average visibility in May - Penland, 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).

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