May weather forecast
Estill, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Estill, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82°F (27.8°C) and min 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of May introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C). In Estill, the May nights cool down to an average low of 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Estill is 76%.

Rainfall

In Estill, in May, during 15.4 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Estill, there are 158.7 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of May in Estill, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Estill is 10.2h.

UV index

In Estill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Estill?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Estill, is 82°F (27.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Estill?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Estill in May?

In Estill, South Carolina, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Estill?

In Estill, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Estill have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Estill?

On the first day of May in Estill, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Estill?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Estill, South Carolina, is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Estill?

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

Average temperature in May - Estill, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 82°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Estill, SC

Average pressure in May - Estill, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Estill, SC

Average wind speed in May - Estill, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Estill, SC

Average humidity in May - Estill, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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

Average rainfall in May
Estill, SC

Average rainfall in May - Estill, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Estill, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Estill, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Estill, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Estill, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Estill, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Estill, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Estill, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Estill, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Estill, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Estill, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Estill, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Estill, SC

Average visibility in May - Estill, 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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