May Weather in Emerald Isle

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Emerald Isle, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Emerald Isle throughout May hovers around 81%.

9°C (49°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Emerald Isle averages 117 mm (4.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 46% probability of sunny days during this period.

117 mm (4.6 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 40 minutes

Sunshine hours

46%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Emerald Isle reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 3 6 8 10 11 10 8 6 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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