May weather forecast
Thurmond, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Thurmond, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Thurmond's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) in April to a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C). Thurmond records an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Thurmond, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thurmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Thurmond, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Thurmond, North Carolina, is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of May in Thurmond, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

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 the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Thurmond?

In May, in Thurmond, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Thurmond?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Thurmond?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Thurmond in May?

In Thurmond, North Carolina, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Thurmond?

In Thurmond, North Carolina, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Thurmond in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Thurmond, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Thurmond?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thurmond, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thurmond have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Thurmond, North Carolina, is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Thurmond?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Thurmond?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Thurmond is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Thurmond, NC

Average temperature in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Thurmond, NC

Average pressure in May - Thurmond, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Thurmond, NC

Average wind speed in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Thurmond, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Thurmond, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Thurmond, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Thurmond, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thurmond, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Thurmond, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Thurmond, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Thurmond, NC

Average UV index in May - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, NC

Average visibility in May - Thurmond, 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).

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