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 from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Night temperatures in May exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of 64.6°F (18.1°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C).Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 68.5°F (20.3°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In Manteo, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Manteo, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.6°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 (41.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Manteo, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Manteo, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10mph).
Average humidity in May
Manteo, NC
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Manteo, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in May
Manteo, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Manteo, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Manteo, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Manteo, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 68.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (53.3°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Manteo, 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 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Manteo, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Manteo, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Manteo, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Manteo, 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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