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 marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Cape Carteret dips to an average of 66.4°F (19.1°C).Humidity
In Cape Carteret, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Cape Carteret, in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cape Carteret, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Cape Carteret, in May, the average water temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C).Note: For most, swimming in 70.5°F (21.4°C) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May, 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 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Cape Carteret, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In Cape Carteret, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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
Cape Carteret, 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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