May weather forecast
Gap Creek, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gap Creek, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Gap Creek, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gap Creek, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gap Creek, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Gap Creek, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gap Creek is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gap Creek are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gap Creek in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Gap Creek, is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gap Creek?

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

How much does it rain in Gap Creek in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gap Creek?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Gap Creek have in May?

The average day length in May in Gap Creek is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gap Creek?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gap Creek?

In Gap Creek, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Gap Creek?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gap Creek?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gap Creek, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average temperature in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average pressure in May - Gap Creek, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average wind speed in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average humidity in May - Gap Creek, 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
Gap Creek, SC

Average rainfall in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average snowfall in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Gap Creek, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gap Creek, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average UV index in May - Gap Creek, 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
Gap Creek, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Gap Creek, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

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

Average visibility in May
Gap Creek, SC

Average visibility in May - Gap Creek, 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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