May weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.8°F (24.9°C) and min 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

As Sandy Ridge transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C). During the nights in May, Sandy Ridge experiences a consistent average temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Sandy Ridge.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sandy Ridge is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Sandy Ridge?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Sandy Ridge, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sandy Ridge?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Sandy Ridge?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sandy Ridge in May?

In Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sandy Ridge?

In Sandy Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

In May, the average day length in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sandy Ridge?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sandy Ridge, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sandy Ridge?

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sandy Ridge?

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

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

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

Average temperature in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.8°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 (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average pressure in May - Sandy Ridge, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average humidity in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sandy Ridge, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average UV index in May - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average visibility in May - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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