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
With the onset of May, West Canton experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C) in April to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). During the nights in May, West Canton observes an average low-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C).Humidity
In West Canton, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
In West Canton, in May, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Canton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Canton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in West Canton is 14h and 3min.On the first day of May in West Canton, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In West Canton, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in West Canton. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in West Canton in May?
What is the average humidity in May in West Canton?
How many days does it rain in May in West Canton?
What is the last month it snows in West Canton?
How many hours of daylight does West Canton have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in West Canton?
How long on average sun shines in May in West Canton?
What is the month with the highest UV index in West Canton?
How high is the UV index in May in West Canton?
Average temperature in May
West Canton, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in May
West Canton, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Canton, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in May
West Canton, NC
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
West Canton, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in May
West Canton, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Canton, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Canton, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Canton, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Canton, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.2 days).
Average UV index in May
West Canton, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
West Canton, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
West Canton, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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