May weather forecast
Clifton, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Clifton, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). During the nights in May, Clifton observes an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Clifton, South Carolina, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Clifton is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Clifton is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Clifton?

In Clifton, 79.7°F (26.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 59.4°F (15.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Clifton?

In Clifton, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Clifton in May?

In Clifton, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clifton?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Clifton have in May?

In Clifton, South Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Clifton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Clifton, South Carolina, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Clifton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Clifton, South Carolina, 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
Clifton, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°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 (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Clifton, SC

Average pressure in May - Clifton, 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
Clifton, SC

Average wind speed in May - Clifton, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Clifton, SC

Average humidity in May - Clifton, 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
Clifton, SC

Average rainfall in May - Clifton, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Clifton, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Clifton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Clifton, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clifton, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clifton, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Clifton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Clifton, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Clifton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Clifton, SC

Average visibility in May - Clifton, 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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