May weather forecast
Cliffside, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Cliffside, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Cliffside, North Carolina, averages to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Cliffside.

Rainfall

In Cliffside, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cliffside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.8 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Cliffside, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May in Cliffside, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cliffside 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 maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Cliffside?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cliffside, records 78.8°F (26°C), while the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Cliffside?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Cliffside?

In May, the average relative humidity in Cliffside, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cliffside in May?

In May, in Cliffside, North Carolina, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cliffside?

In Cliffside, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cliffside?

On the first day of May in Cliffside, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cliffside?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cliffside is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cliffside?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Cliffside?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cliffside, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cliffside, NC

Average temperature in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cliffside, NC

Average pressure in May - Cliffside, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cliffside, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cliffside, NC

Average humidity in May - Cliffside, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cliffside, NC

Average rainfall in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cliffside, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cliffside, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
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
Cliffside, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Cliffside, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cliffside, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cliffside, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cliffside, NC

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Cliffside, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Cliffside, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Cliffside, NC

Average visibility in May - Cliffside, 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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