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Uptown Charlotte in May
Uptown Charlotte warms up: highs climb to 80°F (27°C), from 72°F in April, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 4.0 in (102 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 58°F (14°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 4.0 in (102 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and October & November).
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in April to 82/100.
- Our Charlotte New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — May falls outside it.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes80°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Uptown Charlotte in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
The Fillmore Charlotte
Concert hall in the AvidXchange Music Factory complex just north of Uptown, with touring bands most weekends.
The Capital Grille
Dry-aged steakhouse on North Tryon Street, one of Uptown's long-running rooms for a special night out.
Why now May scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Merchant & Trade
Rooftop bar atop the Kimpton Tryon Park, looking over Romare Bearden Park, the ballpark and the skyline.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 4.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Aria Tuscan Grill
Northern Italian restaurant at the base of the Bank of America Corporate Center on Tryon Street.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Blowing Rock in May~78 mi · highs 69°F, 4.6 in rain · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Asheville in May~99 mi · highs 74°F, 4.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Downtown Raleigh in May~130 mi · highs 79°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cherokee in May~141 mi · highs 74°F, 4.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover NoDa.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Uptown Charlotte in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Uptown Charlotte?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 90 in April and October & November. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain.
How hot is Uptown Charlotte in May?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Uptown Charlotte in May?
Some: about 4.0 in (102 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.1 in (1146 mm).
What should I pack for Uptown Charlotte in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (80°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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