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

How does the May weather in Sanford compare to other months? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Sanford in May, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 27°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 14°C.

Precipitation

Sanford in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 258 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Sanford. April, May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sanford, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (59 KM, 36 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.

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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

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