May weather forecast
Sims, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sims, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

Sims's weather in May presents a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Throughout May, Sims experiences a low-temperature average of 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Sims, North Carolina, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sims, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sims, North Carolina, is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May in Sims, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sims in May?

The high-temperature in Sims during May is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the most humid month in Sims?

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Sims, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Sims?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sims is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sims?

In Sims, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sims?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in May?

In Sims, the average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sims?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sims have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sims?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sims, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sims, NC

Average temperature in May - Sims, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sims, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sims, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sims, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

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).

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Average humidity in May
Sims, NC

Average humidity in May - Sims, 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, February, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sims, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sims, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sims, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sims, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sims, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sims, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sims, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sims, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Sims, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sims, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sims, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sims, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sims, NC

Average UV index in May - Sims, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sims, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sims, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Sims, NC

Average visibility in May - Sims, 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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