Cape Hatteras weather in May (North Carolina, United States of America)

How does the weather in Cape Hatteras usually fare in May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Cape Hatteras in May, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 24°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 17°C.

Precipitation

Cape Hatteras in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 281 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May and June generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cape Hatteras climate page with graphs.

 

Cape Hatteras, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Water Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 71%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 281 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Cape Hatteras, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 20°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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