May weather forecast
Friendship Shores, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Friendship Shores, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 78.8°F (26°C).

Temperature

In Friendship Shores, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). Friendship Shores, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Friendship Shores, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Friendship Shores, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.1 days and collects up to 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Friendship Shores, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 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: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Friendship Shores in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Friendship Shores, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16 days. Throughout May, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

When 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 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Friendship Shores have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average pressure in May - Friendship Shores, 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
Friendship Shores, SC

Average wind speed in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average humidity in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average rainfall in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average snowfall in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Friendship Shores, 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: 10h and 0min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Friendship Shores, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average UV index in May - Friendship Shores, 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
Friendship Shores, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Friendship Shores, 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 June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Friendship Shores, SC

Average visibility in May - Friendship Shores, 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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