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 signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). An average temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) is recorded in Emerald Isle during the nights in May.Humidity
In Emerald Isle, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Emerald Isle, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature in Emerald Isle, North Carolina, is 72.1°F (22.3°C).Note: For those with a heightened sensitivity to cold, sunshine, wind, and outside temperature make a big difference in enjoying a swim at 72.1°F (22.3°C). (Olympic swimming regulations state a water temperature of 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May in Emerald Isle, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Emerald Isle, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. 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. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Emerald Isle in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Emerald Isle?
How many days does it rain in May in Emerald Isle?
When it does not snow in Emerald Isle?
How warm is the water in May in Emerald Isle?
How many hours of daylight does Emerald Isle have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Emerald Isle?
How many hours of sunshine does Emerald Isle have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Emerald Isle?
Average temperature in May
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, NC
- Average sea temperature in May: 72.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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
Emerald Isle, 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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