Temperature in Delaware in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Delaware, the United States of America this May.

Delaware, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Fenwick Island to 24°C (75°F) in Seaford. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Seaford and 13°C (55°F) in Fenwick Island.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Delaware, the United States of America in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Delaware. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Delaware in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Delaware temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Delaware, the United States of America in May?

Daytime temperatures in Dover typically peak at 23°C (73°F) in May, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Delaware, the United States of America in May?

After dark, Dover cools to about 13°C (55°F) on an average May night.

What is the warmest city in May in Delaware, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Seaford is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 24°C (75°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 13°C (55°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Delaware, the United States of America?

The coldest city in May in Delaware, the United States of America is Fenwick Island when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 22°C (72°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 13°C (55°F).

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