May weather forecast
Sunset Beach, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 66.2°F (19°C) and max 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). Sunset Beach's temperature in May lowers to a consistent average of 66.2°F (19°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Sunset Beach are May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, North Carolina, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sunset Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sunset Beach is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Sunset Beach is 10.1h.

UV index

In Sunset Beach, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sunset Beach in May?

The high-temperature in Sunset Beach during May is 77.5°F (25.3°C) and the low-temperature is 66.2°F (19°C).

What are the most humid months in Sunset Beach?

The months with the highest humidity in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, are May, June, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Sunset Beach?

The average relative humidity in May in Sunset Beach is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sunset Beach?

In Sunset Beach, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sunset Beach?

In Sunset Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in May?

In Sunset Beach, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sunset Beach?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sunset Beach?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sunset Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average temperature in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average pressure in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average wind speed in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average humidity in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average UV index in May - Sunset Beach, 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 February (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Sunset Beach, NC

Average visibility in May - Sunset Beach, 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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