May weather forecast
Belhaven, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Belhaven, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.8°F (26°C) and an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). Belhaven's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Belhaven is 77%.

Rainfall

In Belhaven, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Belhaven.

Ocean temperature

In Belhaven, the average seawater temperature in May is 67.8°F (19.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 67.8°F (19.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Belhaven is 14h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Belhaven is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Belhaven?

In Belhaven, 78.8°F (26°C) is the average high-temperature and 61.3°F (16.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Belhaven?

The average relative humidity in May in Belhaven, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Belhaven?

In Belhaven, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Belhaven?

April through October are months without snowfall in Belhaven.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Belhaven?

In Belhaven, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in May is 67.8°F (19.9°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 67.8°F (19.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in May in Belhaven?

In May, the average day length in Belhaven is 14h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Belhaven?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Belhaven have in May?

In Belhaven, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Belhaven?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Belhaven, NC

Average temperature in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Belhaven, NC

Average pressure in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Belhaven, NC

Average wind speed in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Belhaven, NC

Average humidity in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Belhaven, NC

Average rainfall in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Belhaven, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Belhaven, NC

Average snowfall in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Belhaven, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Belhaven, NC

Average sea temperature in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average sea temperature in May: 67.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.8°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Belhaven, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Belhaven, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Belhaven, NC

Average UV index in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Belhaven, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Belhaven, NC

Average visibility in May - Belhaven, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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