May weather forecast
Sandy Creek, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sandy Creek, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and an average high of 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Sandy Creek notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Sandy Creek, North Carolina, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Creek, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandy Creek, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sandy Creek, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In Sandy Creek, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Sandy Creek, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sandy Creek, North Carolina, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In Sandy Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Sandy Creek?

Sandy Creek in May has an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sandy Creek?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Sandy Creek?

In Sandy Creek, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sandy Creek?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Sandy Creek, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sandy Creek?

In Sandy Creek, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sandy Creek?

On the first day of May in Sandy Creek, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Creek have in May?

In Sandy Creek, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May in Sandy Creek?

In Sandy Creek, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average temperature in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average pressure in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average humidity in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average UV index in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Sandy Creek, NC

Average visibility in May - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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