May weather forecast
Gulf, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gulf, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). Gulf, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Humidity

In Gulf, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gulf, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gulf in May?

During May, Gulf experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gulf?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Gulf is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Gulf, in May, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Gulf, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gulf?

The average sunshine duration in May in Gulf is 9.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gulf, NC

Average temperature in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gulf, NC

Average pressure in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gulf, NC

Average wind speed in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Gulf, NC

Average humidity in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Gulf, NC

Average rainfall in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Gulf, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gulf, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gulf, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gulf, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gulf, 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 4min

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
Gulf, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Gulf, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Gulf, NC

Average UV index in May - Gulf, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gulf, NC

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

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

Average visibility in May
Gulf, NC

Average visibility in May - Gulf, 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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