May weather forecastHarkers Island, NC
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Harkers Island, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C).Temperature
With the onset of May, Harkers Island observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C). May introduces a small decrease to a nighttime average of 68.2°F (20.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Harkers Island, during May, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Harkers Island, in May, the average water temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 72.1°F (22.3°C) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Harkers Island, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 74.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 11.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Harkers Island, 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
Harkers Island, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Harkers Island, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Harkers Island, 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).
