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's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). During May, nights cool slightly to an average low of 67.1°F (19.5°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Morehead City, during May, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Morehead City, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Morehead City.Ocean temperature
In Morehead City, in May, the average water temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C).Note: Cold sensitivities vary, but with the right amount of sunshine, a gentle breeze, and a warm day, a swim in 72.1°F (22.3°C) waters might be just right. Remember, Olympic swimmers are used to waters between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Morehead City, North Carolina, is 13h and 59min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Morehead City is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Morehead City?
What is the average humidity in May in Morehead City?
How much does it rain in Morehead City in May?
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What is the ocean temperature in May in Morehead City?
How many hours of daylight does Morehead City have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Morehead City?
How long on average sun shines in May in Morehead City?
How high is the UV index in May in Morehead City?
Average temperature in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Morehead City, 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
Morehead City, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).
Average snowfall in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Morehead City, 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
Morehead City, 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
Morehead City, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Morehead City, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Morehead City, 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
Morehead City, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Morehead City, 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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