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
Highlands, North Carolina, in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). Highlands, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Highlands are February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Highlands, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 41.42" (1052mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Highlands, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.On the first day of May in Highlands, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Highlands, North Carolina, is 9.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Highlands is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Highlands?
What are the most humid months in Highlands?
What is the average humidity in May in Highlands?
How many days does it rain in May in Highlands?
When it does not snow in Highlands?
Does it snow in Highlands in May?
How many hours of daylight does Highlands have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Highlands?
How long on average sun shines in May in Highlands?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Highlands?
Average temperature in May
Highlands, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 72°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in May
Highlands, 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
Highlands, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Highlands, NC
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Highlands, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Highlands, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Highlands, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Highlands, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Highlands, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Highlands, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Highlands, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Highlands, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Highlands, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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