May weather forecastOcean View, DE
May
Weather in May
May in Ocean View, Delaware offers a noticeable shift towards summer-like weather conditions. The average high temperature is now a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C), providing a warm environment for spending time outdoors. As humidity rises to 82%, the highest throughout the year, the sense of warmth intensifies. The arrival of summer is signaled by longer daylight hours, increased pressure, and sunny days. While the abundance of sunshine is perfect for beach days, it is also the driving force behind the growth of local plant life.Temperature
The start of May is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to a still refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). Ocean View, in May, registers an average low temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C), showing a minute reduction from daily highs.Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ocean View, there are 147.9 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Ocean View, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Ocean View is 9.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average wind speed in May: 11.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average rainfall in May: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Ocean View, DE
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Ocean View, DE
- 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).
