May Weather in Nags Head

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Nags Head, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nags Head throughout May hovers around 81%.

12°C (54°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Nags Head averages 105 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 4 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 35 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 50% probability of sunny days during this period.

105 mm (4.1 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 35 minutes

Sunshine hours

50%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Nags Head 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 4 6 8 10 11 10 8 5 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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