May weather forecast
Fair Play, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Fair Play, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.4°F (26.9°C) and an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

As Fair Play welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C). During May, Fair Play's temperature averages to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Fair Play, South Carolina, in May, during 15.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fair Play, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.7 days and collects up to 37.6" (955mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fair Play, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Fair Play, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fair Play, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

In Fair Play, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Fair Play, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Fair Play, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Fair Play, in May, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Fair Play have in May?

In Fair Play, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Fair Play?

In Fair Play, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fair Play, SC

Average temperature in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Fair Play, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fair Play, SC

Average wind speed in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Fair Play, SC

Average humidity in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Fair Play, SC

Average rainfall in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Fair Play, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fair Play, SC

Average snowfall in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fair Play, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Fair Play, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fair Play, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Fair Play, SC

Average UV index in May - Fair Play, 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
Fair Play, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Fair Play, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

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 28).

Average visibility in May
Fair Play, SC

Average visibility in May - Fair Play, 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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