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

Looking to travel to Winston-Salem in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Winston-Salem generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 25°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Winston-Salem in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 262 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 in May.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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