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Great Smoky Mountains weather in May 2026

United States of America

Great Smoky Mountains weather in May 2026

 

Day

23 °C

 

Night

9 °C

 

Precipitation

117 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

11 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

72 %

 

Day

23 °C

 

Night

9 °C

 

Precipitation

117 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

11 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

72 %

Overview: Great Smoky Mountains
In Great Smoky Mountains in May, the average air temperature ranges from 23 °C (74 °F) during the day to 9 °C (49 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 117 mm (4.61 in).

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In Great Smoky Mountains in May, the average air temperature ranges from 23 °C (74 °F) during the day to 9 °C (49 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 117 mm (4.61 in).

Is May a good month to visit Great Smoky Mountains?

There are good conditions for visiting in Great Smoky Mountains in May. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 23 °C (74 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 9 °C (49 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the temperature in Great Smoky Mountains during the day in May?

The average daily temperature in Great Smoky Mountains in May is 23 °C (74 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.

How heavy is the precipitation in Great Smoky Mountains in May?

In Great Smoky Mountains in May, there is 117 mm (4.61 in) rainfall, which means on average 4 mm (0.15 in) rainfall per day.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in May in Great Smoky Mountains?

In May in Great Smoky Mountains, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 38 % days.

Is there a dry season in May in Great Smoky Mountains?

No, May is not a dry month in Great Smoky Mountains, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.

What is the air temperature in May in Great Smoky Mountains at night?

The average night temperature in Great Smoky Mountains in May is 9 °C (49 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

Is there a wet season in May in Great Smoky Mountains?

No, there is no wet season in Great Smoky Mountains in May - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.

How humid is Great Smoky Mountains in May?

In Great Smoky Mountains in May, expect humidity around 72 %.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Great Smoky Mountains in May?

The length of daylight in May in Great Smoky Mountains is 14 hours.

How many sunny hours can I expect in Great Smoky Mountains in May?

In May in Great Smoky Mountains, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine.

How windy is Great Smoky Mountains in May?

In Great Smoky Mountains in May, there will be an average wind scale of 3. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.

Is Great Smoky Mountains rainier in May than in June?

No, in May in Great Smoky Mountains it does not rain more than in June.

Is the temperature rising or falling in the course of time in May in Great Smoky Mountains?

Over the course of May in Great Smoky Mountains, the temperatures are rising from 21 °C (70 °F) at the beginning of the month to 25 °C (77 °F) at the end of the month.

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