Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Wilmington with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Wilmington in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Wilmington with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 27°C, with nights close to 17°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Wilmington will be around 29°C, with nights close to 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 218 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 26% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Wilmington. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Wilmington in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
218 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Wilmington?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Wilmington. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Wilmington in May
With 38°C, Wilmington hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 5°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Wilmington
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Wilmington, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Wilmington
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Wilmington, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Wilmington.
Daily UV Index in May in Wilmington
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Wilmington, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Wilmington Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Wilmington, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Wilmington Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Wilmington, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Wilmington
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Average Weather in Wilmington by Month
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