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 introduces a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) to Swansboro.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Swansboro, in May, during 14.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Swansboro, North Carolina, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Swansboro, snow does not fall in April through December.Ocean temperature
In Swansboro, in May, the average water temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C).Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 70.5°F (21.4°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In Swansboro, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May in Swansboro, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Swansboro, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
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 the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 66.4°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 (41.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Swansboro, 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
Swansboro, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 10mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.3 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
Swansboro, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 70.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Swansboro, 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 December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Swansboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Swansboro, 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).
Swansboro, North Carolina, USA
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