Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Carolina Beach in May experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). The nights of May anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 68°F (20°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Carolina Beach are May through August and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Carolina Beach, in May, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carolina Beach, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Carolina Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 70.7°F (21.5°C).Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 70.7°F (21.5°C). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Carolina Beach is 10.1h.UV index
In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay cautious! Sand and water reflections increase UV radiation potency.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May in Carolina Beach?
Average temperature in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 68°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 70.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Carolina Beach, NC
- 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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