May weather forecastKitty Hawk, NC

May

Weather in May

May introduces the start of summer in Kitty Hawk as temperatures climb and daylight extends. Sea temperature reaches a refreshing 62°F (16.7°C). The city basks in around 14.1 hours of daylight, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities. May's transition to June sees an escalation in balmy conditions. The warming of sea and air temperatures contributes to the reappearance of summery conditions.

Temperature

May's arrival in Kitty Hawk brings a modest temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). Kitty Hawk records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) in May, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

The most humid month in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Kitty Hawk, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. In Kitty Hawk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

Ocean temperature

In Kitty Hawk, the average seawater temperature in May is 62.1°F (16.7°C).
Note: A surface water temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Kitty Hawk is 14h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Kitty Hawk is 9.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In May, in Kitty Hawk, the average high-temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C).

With an average relative humidity of 80%, May is the most humid month in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

In May, the average relative humidity in Kitty Hawk is 80%.

In Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in May, during 18 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

April through November are months without snowfall in Kitty Hawk.

In Kitty Hawk, in May, the average water temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C). For most, swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

In May, the average day length in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, is 14h and 5min.

On the first day of May in Kitty Hawk, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

61.5°F

69.6°F

77.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.5mph

12.4mph

11.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

14.5

15.6

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.7

10.9

11.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

Average low temperature in May: 63.5°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 (40.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average humidity in May: 80%

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

Average rainfall in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average sea temperature in May: 62°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Kitty Hawk, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Kitty Hawk, NC

Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Kitty Hawk, 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).