May Weather in Smithfield

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Smithfield, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 10°C (50°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to -5°C (23°F). Typically, the humidity level in Smithfield throughout May hovers around 62%.

-5°C (23°F)

Minimum temperature

10°C (50°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

62%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Smithfield averages 67 mm (2.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 52% probability of sunny days during this period.

67 mm (2.7 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

52%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Smithfield reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 5 8 10 11 11 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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