May weather forecast
Purlear, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Purlear, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Purlear's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Purlear.

Rainfall

In Purlear, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Purlear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Purlear. May is the last month it regularly snows in Purlear, North Carolina. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Purlear aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Purlear, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Purlear, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Purlear 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Purlear in May?

During May, Purlear experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Purlear?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Purlear?

In Purlear, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Purlear?

In Purlear, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Purlear?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Purlear, North Carolina. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Purlear aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Purlear, North Carolina, is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Purlear?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Purlear?

The average sunshine duration in May in Purlear is 9.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Purlear?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Purlear is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Purlear, NC

Average temperature in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Purlear, NC

Average pressure in May - Purlear, 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
Purlear, NC

Average wind speed in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Purlear, NC

Average humidity in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Purlear, NC

Average rainfall in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Purlear, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Purlear, NC

Average snowfall in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

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

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Average snowfall days in May
Purlear, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Purlear, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Purlear, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Purlear, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Purlear, NC

Average UV index in May - Purlear, 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
Purlear, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

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

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Average visibility in May
Purlear, NC

Average visibility in May - Purlear, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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