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
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). During the month of May, Kure Beach identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 68°F (20°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
May through August and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Kure Beach, North Carolina, in May, during 11.5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Kure Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.Ocean temperature
In Kure Beach, the average seawater temperature in May is 71.1°F (21.7°C).Note: Swimming in water of 71.1°F (21.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of May in Kure Beach, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Kure Beach, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kure Beach, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May in Kure Beach?
Average temperature in May
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure Beach, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 71.1°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 (58.4°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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
Kure 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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