May weather forecastRidgecrest, NC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.4°F (23°C) and an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).Temperature
The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). An average nighttime temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded during May.Humidity
May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In May, in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ridgecrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.4 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Ridgecrest is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Ridgecrest, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 4.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Ridgecrest, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October and December (5mi).
