May weather forecast
Southern Shores, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Southern Shores, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). Southern Shores observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 63.5°F (17.5°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southern Shores, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Southern Shores, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
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, in Southern Shores, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Southern Shores in May?

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

What is the most humid month in Southern Shores?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southern Shores?

April through November are months without snowfall in Southern Shores.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, 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).

How many hours of daylight does Southern Shores have in May?

The average day length in May in Southern Shores, North Carolina, is 14h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Southern Shores?

On the first day of May in Southern Shores, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Southern Shores have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average temperature in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average pressure in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average wind speed in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average humidity in May - Southern Shores, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall in May - Southern Shores, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall in May - Southern Shores, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average sea temperature in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average UV index in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Southern Shores, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Southern Shores, NC

Average visibility in May - Southern Shores, 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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