Asheville in May
7.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
12Rainy days (90 mm)
13:53 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 20:23 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | -2°C | 97 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.2 |
| February | 10°C | 0°C | 83 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.7 |
| March | 14°C | 3°C | 106 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| April | 19°C | 7°C | 93 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 22°C | 12°C | 90 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 26°C | 16°C | 95 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 27°C | 18°C | 99 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 27°C | 17°C | 105 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 24°C | 14°C | 95 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| October | 19°C | 8°C | 79 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 14°C | 2°C | 84 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 9°C | 0°C | 89 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Asheville in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Asheville?
The best months are September, October, May, April.