May weather forecast
Skyland, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Skyland, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low of 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Skyland's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Skyland, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Skyland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skyland in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Skyland, is 78.1°F (25.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Skyland?

In Skyland, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Skyland?

In May, in Skyland, North Carolina, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Skyland?

In Skyland, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Skyland?

In Skyland, the average day length in May is 14h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Skyland?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skyland, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Skyland?

The average sunshine duration in May in Skyland, North Carolina, is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Skyland?

The months with the highest UV index in Skyland are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Skyland?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Skyland, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Skyland, NC

Average wind speed in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Skyland, NC

Average humidity in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Skyland, NC

Average rainfall in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in May
Skyland, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Skyland, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
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
Skyland, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Skyland, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Skyland, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Skyland, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Skyland, NC

Average UV index in May - Skyland, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Skyland, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Skyland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Skyland, NC

Average visibility in May - Skyland, 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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