May weather forecastSophia, NC
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Sophia, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.6°F (14.8°C) and max 78.3°F (25.7°C).Temperature
May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in April to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). Sophia, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Sophia, North Carolina. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Sophia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Sophia is 9.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Sophia, North Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sophia, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Sophia, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sophia, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Sophia, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sophia, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sophia, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Sophia, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Sophia, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Sophia, 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).
