May weather forecast
Coosawhatchie, SC

Share

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Coosawhatchie, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.2°F (19°C) and an average high of 82.2°F (27.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in April to a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C). An average low-temperature of 66.2°F (19°C) is noted during the month of May.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Coosawhatchie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Coosawhatchie.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Coosawhatchie, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Coosawhatchie. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Coosawhatchie, is 82.2°F (27.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 66.2°F (19°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Coosawhatchie, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Coosawhatchie?

In Coosawhatchie, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Coosawhatchie, the average day length in May is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Coosawhatchie?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Coosawhatchie.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average temperature in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average wind speed in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average rainfall in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average UV index in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Coosawhatchie, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Coosawhatchie, SC

Average visibility in May - Coosawhatchie, 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).

Coosawhatchie, South Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location