May weather forecast
Statesville, NC

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Weather in May

May in Statesville carries the ambiance of late spring and early summer with daily temperatures regularly hitting the upper range. While rainfall of 3.15" (80mm) spreads over 17.3 days, much of this precipitation is due to brief and localized showers, characteristic of this season. The ever-lengthening daylight hours close to summer solstice and relatively high UV index foreshadow the coming summer. May's surge in humidity, coupled with frequently thunderous afternoons, paints a quintessential southeastern spring portrait. Outdoor plans often have to be adjusted due to the unpredictable pop-up storms.

Temperature

May in Statesville comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C). In Statesville, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Statesville are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Statesville, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Statesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Statesville is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Statesville, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Statesville is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Statesville. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Statesville?

During May, Statesville experiences an average high-temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month in Statesville?

The months with the highest humidity in Statesville are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Statesville?

The average relative humidity in May in Statesville is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Statesville?

In Statesville, North Carolina, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Statesville?

In Statesville, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Statesville have in May?

In May, the average day length in Statesville, North Carolina, is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Statesville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Statesville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Statesville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Statesville?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Statesville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Statesville, NC

Average temperature in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Statesville, NC

Average wind speed in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Statesville, NC

Average humidity in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Statesville, NC

Average rainfall in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Statesville, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
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
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Statesville, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Statesville, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Statesville, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Statesville, NC

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Statesville, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Statesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

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 29).

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Average visibility in May
Statesville, NC

Average visibility in May - Statesville, 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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