New Hanover County (Wilmington)
May
Weather in New Hanover County for May 2025
Your guide to New Hanover County weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in New Hanover County at the beginning of May is 25.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 28.7 °F by the end of May.
The climate of New Hanover County in May is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 87.8 mm of precipitation.
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17
Dry days
14
Rainy days
0
Snow days
26°/18°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
72 %
Avg humidity
New Hanover County Weather May
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  22° | 2 26° | 3  27° | ||||
| 4 25° | 5 25° | 6 26° | 7 29° | 8  31° | 9 31° | 10 26° |
| 11  23° | 12 24° | 13 25° | 14 21° | 15 29° | 16 24° | 17 28° |
| 18  21° | 19 21° | 20 25° | 21 24° | 22 27° | 23 29° | 24 29° |
| 25 27° | 26  29° | 27 31° | 28 31° | 29 29° | 30 28° | 31 26° |
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Temperatures trend during May in New Hanover County
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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 | Light rain shower | 22° /19° | 11.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 | Patchy rain possible | 26° /18° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 3 | Mist | 27° /18° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 5 | Light rain shower | 25° /20° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 6 | Light rain shower | 26° /19° | 5 mm | 6 | |
| May 7 | Light rain shower | 29° /20° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 8 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 31° /22° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 9 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 31° /21° | 5.2 mm | 7 | |
| May 10 | Light rain shower | 26° /17° | 6.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 11 | Partly cloudy | 23° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 12 | Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Partly cloudy | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 14 | Light rain shower | 21° /19° | 22.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 15 | Light rain shower | 29° /18° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| May 16 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /17° | 1.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /17° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 18 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /20° | 12.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Light rain shower | 21° /15° | 2.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Partly cloudy | 25° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 21 | Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Partly cloudy | 27° /17° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 23 | Partly cloudy | 29° /19° | 0.4 mm | 7 | |
| May 24 | Light rain shower | 29° /21° | 4.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 25 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /21° | 7.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Sunny | 29° /20° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 27 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 31° /23° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| May 28 | Mist | 31° /21° | 1.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 29 | Sunny | 29° /19° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 30 | Sunny | 28° /18° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 31 | Light rain shower | 26° /17° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New Hanover County 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 New Hanover County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
New Hanover County in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New Hanover County during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 26° and lows near 18°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in New Hanover County during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in New Hanover County during May, with a total of 87.8 mm spread over approximately 14 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in New Hanover County during May?
The average wind speed in New Hanover County during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in New Hanover County
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