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Bethany Beach weather in May (Delaware, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Bethany Beach in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Bethany Beach the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C.

Bethany Beach in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

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

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

 

Bethany Beach, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 79 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
* Data from: Ocean City, the United States of America (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather 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 Bethany Beach in May?

For visitors traveling to Bethany Beach, 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 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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