Burlington weather in May (North Carolina, United States of America)

Is May a good time to explore Burlington weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Burlington during May to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 26°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Burlington in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 262 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Burlington climate page with graphs.

 

Burlington, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Greensboro, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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