May weather forecast
Dunbar, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Dunbar, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). In Dunbar, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Dunbar.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunbar, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dunbar in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dunbar during May are 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dunbar, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dunbar?

In Dunbar, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Dunbar have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunbar have in May?

In Dunbar, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunbar is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dunbar, NC

Average temperature in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Dunbar, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dunbar, NC

Average wind speed in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Dunbar, NC

Average humidity in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Dunbar, NC

Average rainfall in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Dunbar, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dunbar, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dunbar, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dunbar, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Dunbar, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dunbar, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Dunbar, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Dunbar, NC

Average visibility in May - Dunbar, 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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