May weather forecast
Arcadia, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Arcadia, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Arcadia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Arcadia, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Arcadia. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Arcadia, is 79.7°F (26.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Arcadia, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Arcadia, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Arcadia have in May?

In Arcadia, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Arcadia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Arcadia?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Arcadia, SC

Average temperature in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Arcadia, SC

Average pressure in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arcadia, SC

Average wind speed in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Arcadia, SC

Average humidity in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arcadia, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arcadia, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Arcadia, SC

Average UV index in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Arcadia, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Arcadia, SC

Average visibility in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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