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

How does the May weather in Charlotte compare to other months? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Charlotte during May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 27°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 15°C.

Precipitation

Charlotte in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 10 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 293 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. April, May and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February 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 TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 293 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 67%  

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.

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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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