Asheville (NC)
May
Weather in Asheville, North Carolina for May 2027
Your guide to Asheville weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Asheville at the beginning of May is 20.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 23.1 °C by the end of May.
Asheville experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 192.8 mm.
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8
Dry days
23
Rainy days
0
Snow days
22°/12°
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14 km/h
Avg max wind
74 %
Avg humidity
Asheville Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Asheville
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May weather in Asheville day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Fog | 22° /10° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 2 |  Sunny | 21° /11° | 5.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 3 |  Light rain shower | 20° /10° | 1.7 mm | 7 | |
| May 4 | Light rain shower | 21° /10° | 7.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 5 | Light rain shower | 20° /10° | 2.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 6 | Light rain shower | 19° /11° | 11.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 7 |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 21° /10° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 8 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /11° | 3.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 9 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 24° /12° | 3 mm | 7 | |
| May 10 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /9° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| May 11 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 12 | Sunny | 19° /7° | 19.7 mm | 7 | |
| May 13 |  Light drizzle | 21° /10° | 14.9 mm | 7 | |
| May 14 | Light rain | 18° /11° | 5.4 mm | 7 | |
| May 15 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /10° | 4.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 16 | Fog | 27° /13° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 17 | Light rain shower | 26° /15° | 3 mm | 7 | |
| May 18 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /15° | 6 mm | 7 | |
| May 19 | Light rain shower | 24° /14° | 3.8 mm | 7 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 26° /14° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| May 21 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /14° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 23 | Light rain shower | 20° /13° | 3.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 24 |  Overcast | 21° /13° | 3.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 25 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /13° | 10.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 26 | Patchy light drizzle | 22° /14° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
| May 27 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 22° /14° | 8 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Fog | 26° /12° | 12.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 29 | Sunny | 23° /13° | 2.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 30 |  Cloudy | 23° /13° | 37.7 mm | 7 | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 23° /11° | 0.3 mm | 8 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Asheville 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 Asheville forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Asheville in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Asheville during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 22° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Asheville during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 192.8 mm is expected in Asheville during May, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Asheville during May?
The average wind speed in Asheville during May is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Asheville
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Typically, Asheville has 23 rainy days in May with a total of 192.8 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Asheville during May
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