Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May, with temperatures adjusting from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). Selma experiences a mean temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) during May nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Selma, during May, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Selma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Selma, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Selma is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Selma?
What are the most humid months in Selma?
What is the average humidity in May in Selma?
How many days does it rain in May in Selma?
When it does not snow in Selma?
How many hours of daylight does Selma have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Selma?
How long on average sun shines in May in Selma?
What is the UV index reading in May in Selma?
Average temperature in May
Selma, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Selma, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Selma, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Selma, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Selma, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Selma, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Selma, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Selma, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Selma, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Selma, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Selma, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Selma, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Selma, 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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