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 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
The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) at night.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Edenton, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Edenton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall in Edenton, North Carolina.Ocean temperature
In Edenton, the average seawater temperature in May is 65.3°F (18.5°C).Note: For most, swimming in 65.3°F (18.5°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).
Daylight
In Edenton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
When it does not snow?
What is the ocean temperature in May?
How many hours of daylight does Edenton have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Edenton have in May?
How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Edenton, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 77.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Edenton, 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
Edenton, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Edenton, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and April (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Edenton, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Edenton, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Edenton, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Edenton, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Edenton, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 65.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (52.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Edenton, 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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Edenton, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Edenton, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Edenton, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Edenton, 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).
Edenton, North Carolina, USA
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location