May weather in Wrightsville Beach, NC
The average temperature in Wrightsville Beach in May is 71.2°F (61.8°F–80.5°F). Average precipitation: 4.50 inches.
May is a spring month in Wrightsville Beach, and is warmer than the annual average of 64.1°F. Daily temperatures swing about 18.7°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 9 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 13h 47m. For travel, May is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
80.5°F
Avg Low
61.8°F
Precipitation
4.50 in
Daylight
13h 47m
May records in Wrightsville Beach
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 84.9°F (2017) | 41.0°F (2018) | 0.96 in (2020) |
| May 2 | 86.0°F (2014) | 46.0°F (2015) | 0.28 in (2015) |
| May 3 | 88.0°F (2012) | 46.9°F (2015) | 0.21 in (2016) |
| May 4 | 87.1°F (2012) | 45.0°F (2023) | 2.34 in (2016) |
| May 5 | 91.0°F (2012) | 48.0°F (2011) | 1.94 in (2017) |
| May 6 | 93.0°F (2012) | 46.9°F (2011) | 0.68 in (2018) |
| May 7 | 91.9°F (2014) | 46.9°F (2020) | 0.48 in (2013) |
| May 8 | 91.0°F (2014) | 45.0°F (2020) | 0.74 in (2021) |
| May 9 | 91.0°F (2014) | 46.9°F (2020) | 0.46 in (2015) |
| May 10 | 93.0°F (2016) | 42.1°F (2020) | 0.49 in (2015) |
| May 11 | 93.0°F (2016) | 44.1°F (2020) | 2.99 in (2015) |
| May 12 | 91.0°F (2017) | 43.0°F (2020) | 2.57 in (2025) |
| May 13 | 90.0°F (2016) | 46.9°F (2020) | 2.02 in (2025) |
| May 14 | 90.0°F (2018) | 48.0°F (2008) | 1.55 in (2025) |
| May 15 | 87.1°F (2018) | 46.9°F (2021) | 3.59 in (2025) |
| May 16 | 90.0°F (2017) | 48.9°F (2016) | 2.31 in (2014) |
| May 17 | 91.0°F (2013) | 53.1°F (2021) | 0.39 in (2010) |
| May 18 | 91.0°F (2013) | 50.0°F (2009) | 2.21 in (2009) |
| May 19 | 93.0°F (2019) | 48.9°F (2009) | 1.11 in (2023) |
| May 20 | 93.0°F (2022) | 50.0°F (2014) | 3.10 in (2018) |
| May 21 | 93.0°F (2022) | 55.0°F (2014) | 3.42 in (2020) |
| May 22 | 91.0°F (2025) | 55.9°F (2008) | 0.72 in (2013) |
| May 23 | 93.0°F (2014) | 53.1°F (2015) | 1.08 in (2017) |
| May 24 | 93.0°F (2014) | 53.1°F (2016) | 2.69 in (2017) |
| May 25 | 93.9°F (2011) | 48.9°F (2013) | 0.30 in (2008) |
| May 26 | 95.0°F (2011) | 48.9°F (2013) | 0.62 in (2009) |
| May 27 | 97.0°F (2019) | 50.0°F (2013) | 1.17 in (2009) |
| May 28 | 98.1°F (2019) | 48.9°F (2023) | 1.16 in (2023) |
| May 29 | 93.0°F (2014) | 55.9°F (2008) | 4.42 in (2018) |
| May 30 | 100.9°F (2019) | 57.0°F (2008) | 1.56 in (2012) |
| May 31 | 93.0°F (2019) | 54.0°F (2021) | 0.82 in (2012) |