Typical Weather in Wilmington, NC in May
81° F Avg High
60° F Avg Low
6 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
May is one of the warmer months of the year for Wilmington, with highs averaging around 81°F. Lows overnight are typically around 60°F. Temperatures will generally increase as the month goes on, with daily high temperatures ranging between 77°F and 84°F.
May is a great time to visit Wilmington, with mild temperatures and sunny days being very common.
High Temps Throughout the Year
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☔ Rain Summary
In May you can expect close to a 20% chance of rain for any given day. It rains less than usual in May, with total rainfall for the month typically near 4 inches.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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