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
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 warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). May's average low-temperature reading in Smithfield settles at a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C).Humidity
May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In May, in Smithfield, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.On the first day of May in Smithfield, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Smithfield, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Smithfield?
What are the most humid months in Smithfield?
What is the average humidity in May in Smithfield?
How much does it rain in Smithfield in May?
When it does not snow in Smithfield?
How many hours of daylight does Smithfield have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Smithfield?
How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Smithfield?
Average temperature in May
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, 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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