Mild
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
Hatteras, United States in May
Weather score64Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 104mm, so some wet days are possible.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
24°C
Rain
104mm
Sun
8.8h
Sea
22°C
Weather score
64
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 104mm, so some wet days are possible.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 22°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare Hatteras, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May24°C average high
May sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May104mm average rain
May sits on the drier side of Hatteras' year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsFebruary to June and October to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May8.8 hours average sun
May is one of Hatteras' sunniest months, with some of the strongest bright-day conditions in the yearly averages.
Brightest monthsApril to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May22°C average sea
May is close to Hatteras' yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJune to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 26°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May64 weather score
May scores above Hatteras' yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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