May weather forecast
Cedar Point, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cedar Point, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average high of 76.5°F (24.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). Cedar Point reports an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cedar Point, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Cedar Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cedar Point, snow does not fall in April through December.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C).
Note: Swimming in water at 70.5°F (21.4°C) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 76.5°F (24.7°C) and a low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Cedar Point, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

How cold is the water in May in Cedar Point?

In Cedar Point, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in May is 70.5°F (21.4°C). For most, swimming in 70.5°F (21.4°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Cedar Point have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average temperature in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average pressure in May - Cedar Point, 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
Cedar Point, NC

Average wind speed in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average humidity in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average rainfall in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average snowfall in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average sea temperature in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average sea temperature in May: 70.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.7°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average UV index in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Cedar Point, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Cedar Point, NC

Average visibility in May - Cedar Point, 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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