Durham
May
Weather in Durham for May 2025
Your guide to Durham weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Durham at the beginning of May is 23.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 23.9 °F by the end of May.
Durham sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 10 rainy days.
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21
Dry days
10
Rainy days
0
Snow days
25°/12°
Temperatures
16 km/h
Avg max wind
75 %
Avg humidity
Durham in May average weather
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Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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1 22° | 2 23° | 3 23° | 4 20° | |||
5 24° | 6 23° | 7 29° | 8 29° | 9 28° | 10 24° | 11 25° |
12 26° | 13 26° | 14 22° | 15 24° | 16 25° | 17 26° | 18 23° |
19 20° | 20 27° | 21 26° | 22 29° | 23 28° | 24 28° | 25 27° |
26 26° | 27 23° | 28 23° | 29 23° | 30 22° | 31 23° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Durham
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May weather day by day
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Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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May 1 | Cloudy | 22° /11° | 2.6 mm | 5 | |
May 2 | Overcast | 23° /12° | 0 mm | 5 | |
May 3 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /10° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
May 4 | Cloudy | 20° /11° | 2.4 mm | 5 | |
May 5 | Partly cloudy | 24° /11° | 1.8 mm | 6 | |
May 6 | Heavy rain at times | 23° /13° | 5.5 mm | 5 | |
May 7 | Overcast | 29° /14° | 3.2 mm | 7 | |
May 8 | Moderate rain at times | 29° /17° | 1.1 mm | 7 | |
May 9 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /17° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
May 10 | Partly cloudy | 24° /12° | 3.5 mm | 6 | |
May 11 | Partly cloudy | 25° /10° | 0 mm | 7 | |
May 12 | Partly cloudy | 26° /11° | 0 mm | 7 | |
May 13 | Heavy rain at times | 26° /12° | 1.6 mm | 7 | |
May 14 | Overcast | 22° /16° | 7 mm | 5 | |
May 15 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /14° | 2.8 mm | 6 | |
May 16 | Moderate rain at times | 25° /15° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
May 17 | Overcast | 26° /16° | 2.6 mm | 6 | |
May 18 | Overcast | 23° /15° | 4.1 mm | 5 | |
May 19 | Moderate rain at times | 20° /13° | 6.9 mm | 5 | |
May 20 | Overcast | 27° /13° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
May 21 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 26° /14° | 8.9 mm | 6 | |
May 22 | Sunny | 29° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
May 23 | Overcast | 28° /15° | 4.9 mm | 7 | |
May 24 | Overcast | 28° /14° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
May 25 | Partly cloudy | 27° /14° | 1.7 mm | 7 | |
May 26 | Overcast | 26° /14° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
May 27 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /15° | 21.7 mm | 6 | |
May 28 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /15° | 14.6 mm | 6 | |
May 29 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /15° | 7.8 mm | 6 | |
May 30 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
May 31 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /14° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Durham in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Durham forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Durham in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Durham during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 25° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Durham during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 201 mm is expected in Durham during May, occurring over more than 10 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Durham during May?
The average wind speed in Durham during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Durham
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