May weather forecast
Waxhaw, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Waxhaw, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average high of 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

In Waxhaw, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). Waxhaw observes an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Waxhaw, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Waxhaw, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waxhaw, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Waxhaw, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Waxhaw is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. 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 Waxhaw?

Waxhaw in May has an average high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the most humid month in Waxhaw?

The months with the highest humidity in Waxhaw are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Waxhaw?

The average relative humidity in May in Waxhaw, North Carolina, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Waxhaw in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout May, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Waxhaw?

In Waxhaw, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Waxhaw have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Waxhaw?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Waxhaw?

In Waxhaw, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in May in Waxhaw?

In Waxhaw, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average temperature in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average pressure in May - Waxhaw, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average wind speed in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average humidity in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average rainfall in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Waxhaw, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Waxhaw, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Waxhaw, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average UV index in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Waxhaw, NC

Average visibility in May - Waxhaw, 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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