Winston-Salem weather in May (North Carolina, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Winston-Salem during May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Winston-Salem typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 25°C. At night, they generally drop to 14°C.

Precipitation

Winston-Salem in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With around 262 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Winston-Salem, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Greensboro, the United States of America (40 KM, 25 Miles).

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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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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