May weather forecastWilkesboro, NC
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Wilkesboro, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).Temperature
The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Wilkesboro reports a consistent average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) throughout May nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Wilkesboro are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Wilkesboro, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wilkesboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Wilkesboro aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Wilkesboro, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Wilkesboro, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Wilkesboro, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
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 42min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Wilkesboro, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Wilkesboro, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).
