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
May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). In Southern Shores, the nightly May temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Southern Shores, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Southern Shores, snow does not fall in April through November.Ocean temperature
In Southern Shores, the average seawater temperature in May is 62.1°F (16.7°C).Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 62.1°F (16.7°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In Southern Shores, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.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 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Southern Shores, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Southern Shores, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.5°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 (40.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Southern Shores, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Southern Shores, 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 (9.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Southern Shores, 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
Southern Shores, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Southern Shores, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Southern Shores, 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 and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Southern Shores, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Southern Shores, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 62°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Southern Shores, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Southern Shores, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Southern Shores, 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
Southern Shores, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Southern Shores, 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).
Southern Shores, North Carolina, USA
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