United StatesAverage weather for Asheville in May
It's warm in May in Asheville with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Asheville with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 11°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 14°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Asheville is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 174 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Asheville in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
174 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Asheville?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Asheville. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2019, Asheville reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Asheville
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Asheville, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Asheville
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Asheville, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Asheville.
Daily UV index in May in Asheville
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Asheville, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Asheville over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Asheville, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Asheville over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Asheville, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Asheville
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Average weather in Asheville by month
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