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Chapel Hill weather in May (North Carolina, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Chapel Hill in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Chapel Hill generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 14°C.

Chapel Hill in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chapel Hill, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (40 KM, 25 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 Chapel Hill in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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