May weather forecast
Sunset Beach, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.2°F (19°C) and max 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 66.2°F (19°C).

Humidity

May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sunset Beach, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Sunset Beach, is 77.5°F (25.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sunset Beach?

In Sunset Beach, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Sunset Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average temperature in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average pressure in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average humidity in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunset 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average UV index in May - Sunset Beach, 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 and February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average visibility in May - Sunset 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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