May weather forecast
Ocracoke, NC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ocracoke, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.6°F (22°C) and min 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Ocracoke upholds a consistent average temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) throughout the nights of May.

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Ocracoke.

Rainfall

In Ocracoke, in May, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ocracoke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ocracoke, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Ocracoke, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Ocracoke, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ocracoke in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Ocracoke, is 71.6°F (22°C) and the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Ocracoke?

The months with the highest humidity in Ocracoke, North Carolina, are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Ocracoke?

In May, the average relative humidity in Ocracoke, North Carolina, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Ocracoke?

In Ocracoke, North Carolina, in May, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ocracoke?

In Ocracoke, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Ocracoke have in May?

In May, the average day length in Ocracoke is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ocracoke?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ocracoke?

The average sunshine duration in May in Ocracoke, North Carolina, is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Ocracoke?

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

Average temperature in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average pressure in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average wind speed in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

Average humidity in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average humidity in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average rainfall in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Ocracoke, NC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average UV index in May - Ocracoke, 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
Ocracoke, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Ocracoke, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Ocracoke, NC

Average visibility in May - Ocracoke, 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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