Charlotte weather in May (Michigan, United States of America)

How is May weather typically in Charlotte? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Charlotte typically brings pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 21°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 9°C.

Precipitation

Charlotte in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 280 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Charlotte, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 104 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 280 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 61% *  

* Data from: Lansing, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 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?

For visitors traveling to Charlotte, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Charlotte.

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