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Weather in Winston-Salem, North Carolina for May 2026

Your guide to Winston-Salem weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Winston-Salem at the beginning of May is 22.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 22.4 °F by the end of May.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Winston-Salem in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 17 rainy days and a total precipitation of 133.9 mm.

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Average dry days
14
Dry days
Average rainy days
17
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
24°/13°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
16 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
73 %
Avg humidity

Winston-Salem Weather May

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Temperatures trend during May in Winston-Salem

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May weather in Winston-Salem day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
May 1 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /13° 0.2 mm 5
May 2 Overcast
Overcast
23° /13° 3.5 mm 6
May 3 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /13° 4.4 mm 6
May 4 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
20° /12° 38.9 mm 5
May 5 Cloudy
Cloudy
22° /12° 3 mm 5
May 6 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
21° /12° 1.9 mm 5
May 7 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /13° 1.2 mm 6
May 8 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /15° 11.1 mm 6
May 9 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /16° 4.6 mm 6
May 10 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
24° /11° 0.3 mm 6
May 11 Sunny
Sunny
21° /10° 0 mm 5
May 12 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /11° 10.1 mm 6
May 13 Overcast
Overcast
24° /14° 26.4 mm 5
May 14 Overcast
Overcast
22° /16° 23.2 mm 5
May 15 Overcast
Overcast
25° /16° 4.6 mm 5
May 16 Overcast
Overcast
27° /16° 0.3 mm 6
May 17 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
27° /17° 4.4 mm 6
May 18 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23° /16° 3.1 mm 6
May 19 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /14° 1.2 mm 5
May 20 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
25° /15° 1.8 mm 6
May 21 Sunny
Sunny
27° /15° 6.1 mm 7
May 22 Sunny
Sunny
27° /15° 0 mm 7
May 23 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
25° /15° 1.9 mm 6
May 24 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
25° /13° 0.5 mm 6
May 25 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
26° /14° 0.1 mm 6
May 26 Overcast
Overcast
22° /13° 2.1 mm 5
May 27 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18° /13° 24.1 mm 4
May 28 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
22° /12° 22.2 mm 5
May 29 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23° /15° 10.9 mm 6
May 30 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
22° /14° 6.4 mm 5
May 31 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
24° /13° 0.4 mm 6
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Winston-Salem in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Winston-Salem during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 24° and cooler nights around 13°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Winston-Salem during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 133.9 mm is expected in Winston-Salem during May, occurring over more than 17 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Winston-Salem during May?
The average wind speed in Winston-Salem during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Winston-Salem

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UV exposure in Winston-Salem during May

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