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Weather in Hickory, North Carolina for May 2026

Your guide to Hickory weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Hickory at the beginning of May is 23.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 20.7 °F by the end of May.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Hickory in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 178 mm.

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Average dry days
13
Dry days
Average rainy days
18
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
24°/15°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
16 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
73 %
Avg humidity

Hickory Weather May

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Temperatures trend during May in Hickory

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May weather in Hickory day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
May 1 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /18° 0.7 mm 9
May 2 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /17° 0.1 mm 6
May 3 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23° /16° 26.9 mm 2
May 4 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
22° /15° 6.9 mm 3
May 5 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
20° /12° 0.1 mm 11
May 6 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23° /10° 0 mm 11
May 7 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
21° /12° 0.1 mm 5
May 8 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /13° 3.6 mm 3
May 9 Overcast
Overcast
25° /15° 0 mm 6
May 10 Overcast
Overcast
21° /11° 0.6 mm 5
May 11 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
19° /14° 2.8 mm 2
May 12 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
20° /14° 28.5 mm 2
May 13 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22° /17° 17.4 mm 2
May 14 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /16° 1.7 mm 6
May 15 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /16° 0.2 mm 7
May 16 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
29° /19° 0.5 mm 4
May 17 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
29° /19° 2.5 mm 8
May 18 Overcast
Overcast
28° /19° 0 mm 7
May 19 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27° /16° 3.4 mm 11
May 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /18° 5.9 mm 9
May 21 Cloudy
Cloudy
28° /19° 1.2 mm 11
May 22 Overcast
Overcast
26° /16° 0 mm 12
May 23 Sunny
Sunny
23° /14° 0 mm 11
May 24 Overcast
Overcast
22° /12° 0 mm 7
May 25 Overcast
Overcast
19° /16° 0 mm 5
May 26 Light rain
Light rain
15° /12° 5.9 mm 2
May 27 Light rain
Light rain
13° /12° 26 mm 2
May 28 Fog
Fog
26° /11° 19 mm 6
May 29 Fog
Fog
25° /17° 0 mm 3
May 30 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
21° /16° 24 mm 2
May 31 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
26° /14° 0 mm 11
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Hickory 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 Hickory forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Hickory in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Hickory 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 Hickory during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 178 mm is expected in Hickory during May, occurring over more than 18 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Hickory during May?

The average wind speed in Hickory during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Hickory

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Hickorys May weather 💧
Typically, Hickory has 18 rainy days in May with a total of 178 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Hickory during May

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