May weather forecast
Lowgap, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lowgap, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Lowgap registers a consistent average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) during May.

Humidity

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Lowgap.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lowgap. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lowgap aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Lowgap, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.8 days and aggregates up to 16.14" (410mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lowgap, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Lowgap, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout May, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lowgap aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Lowgap is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lowgap have in May?

In Lowgap, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lowgap?

In Lowgap, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lowgap, NC

Average temperature in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lowgap, NC

Average pressure in May - Lowgap, 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
Lowgap, NC

Average wind speed in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Lowgap, NC

Average humidity in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lowgap, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lowgap, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Lowgap, NC

Average UV index in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Lowgap, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Lowgap, NC

Average visibility in May - Lowgap, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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