May weather forecast
Slaughter Beach, DE

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Weather in May

May brings a distinct change to Slaughter Beach, Delaware, with temperatures rising from 57°F to 70°F to mark the beginning of a warmer season. Longer sunshine hours and significant daylight hours add to the pleasant, inviting weather. This month exhibits an increased rate of rainfall, contributing to a lush and revitalized natural environment. Less wind, combined with the warm weather, make it a favorable month for outdoor activities. However, residents should be mindful of the increment in UV index as sun protection becomes crucial during daylight hours.

Temperature

May in Slaughter Beach brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's moderate 60.6°F to an agreeable 70°F. Slaughter Beach, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 57°F.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Slaughter Beach.

Rainfall

In Slaughter Beach, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 2.28" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Slaughter Beach, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Slaughter Beach are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" of snow. Throughout the year, in Slaughter Beach, Delaware, there are 10.4 snowfall days, and 4.29" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Slaughter Beach, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Slaughter Beach is 9.1h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Slaughter Beach in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70°F and 57°F respectively.

What is the most humid month in Slaughter Beach?

The most humid month in Slaughter Beach, Delaware, is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Slaughter Beach?

In May, the average relative humidity in Slaughter Beach is 80%.

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

In May, in Slaughter Beach, Delaware, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.28" of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Slaughter Beach?

May is the first month it typically snows in Slaughter Beach, Delaware. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" of snow.

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

In Slaughter Beach, Delaware, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Slaughter Beach?

On the first day of May in Slaughter Beach, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Slaughter Beach?

The average sunshine duration in May in Slaughter Beach, Delaware, is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Slaughter Beach?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Slaughter Beach.

How high is the UV index in May in Slaughter Beach?

In Slaughter Beach, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average temperature in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average pressure in May - Slaughter Beach, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average wind speed in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average humidity in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average rainfall in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average snowfall in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average UV index in May - Slaughter Beach, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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 27).

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Average visibility in May
Slaughter Beach, DE

Average visibility in May - Slaughter Beach, 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).

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