May weather forecast
Bethany Beach, DE

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Weather in May

May sets the stage for the impending summer season in Bethany Beach. The most notable characteristic of Weather in May is the nearly uniform daylight hours of 14.3 and extended periods of sunshine for 9.2 hours. The air buzzes with a warm glow as temperatures rise into the mid-60s. Occasional spring showers make an appearance, but the drier heat is a sign of the approaching summer. Forecasts regularly predict higher temperatures and less cloud cover throughout the month.

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Bethany Beach's average temperature during the nights of May is recorded at a moderate 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Bethany Beach is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Bethany Beach, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethany Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bethany Beach, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethany Beach in May?

In Bethany Beach, 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 59°F (15°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month in Bethany Beach?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bethany Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Bethany Beach?

In Bethany Beach, Delaware, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bethany Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average temperature in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average pressure in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average wind speed in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average humidity in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average rainfall in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average snowfall in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average UV index in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Bethany Beach, DE

Average visibility in May - Bethany Beach, DE
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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