Wake County (Raleigh)
May
Weather in Wake County for May 2025
Your guide to Wake County weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Wake County at the beginning of May is 23.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 23.7 °F by the end of May.
Wake County in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 19 rainy days and a total precipitation of 121 mm.
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12
Dry days
19
Rainy days
0
Snow days
24°/15°
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18 km/h
Avg max wind
71 %
Avg humidity
Wake County in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  21° | 2  23° | 3  23° | 4  22° | |||
| 5 24° | 6  24° | 7 27° | 8  30° | 9 29° | 10 25° | 11  24° |
| 12 26° | 13 26° | 14 22° | 15 25° | 16 24° | 17 27° | 18 23° |
| 19 20° | 20 27° | 21 25° | 22 29° | 23 28° | 24 28° | 25 26° |
| 26 25° | 27 22° | 28 24° | 29 23° | 30 23° | 31 23° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Wake County
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 | Cloudy | 21° /12° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 | Overcast | 23° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /11° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 | Partly cloudy | 22° /12° | 4.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 5 | Cloudy | 24° /13° | 1 mm | 6 | |
| May 6 | Heavy rain at times | 24° /14° | 3.8 mm | 6 | |
| May 7 | Overcast | 27° /16° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 8 | Moderate rain at times | 30° /18° | 9.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 9 | Patchy rain possible | 29° /18° | 5.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 10 | Partly cloudy | 25° /13° | 7.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 11 | Sunny | 24° /11° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 12 | Partly cloudy | 26° /13° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 26° /13° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| May 14 | Overcast | 22° /17° | 9.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 15 | Partly cloudy | 25° /15° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| May 16 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /15° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Overcast | 27° /17° | 2.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 18 | Overcast | 23° /16° | 4.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Heavy rain at times | 20° /13° | 6.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Cloudy | 27° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 21 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /15° | 10 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Overcast | 29° /15° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 23 | Cloudy | 28° /15° | 5.7 mm | 7 | |
| May 24 | Overcast | 28° /16° | 0.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 25 | Moderate rain at times | 26° /16° | 0.8 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Overcast | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 27 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /16° | 29.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /16° | 8.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 29 | Moderate rain at times | 23° /16° | 2.8 mm | 6 | |
| May 30 | Moderate rain at times | 23° /15° | 1.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 31 | Overcast | 23° /14° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wake County in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Wake County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wake County in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wake County during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 24° and lows near 15°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wake County during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 121 mm is expected in Wake County during May, occurring over more than 19 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wake County during May?
The average wind speed in Wake County during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Wake County
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