May weather forecast
Hampton, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Hampton, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82.2°F (27.9°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from 75.6°F (24.2°C) in April to a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C). In Hampton, the May nights cool down to an average low of 64°F (17.8°C).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Hampton, in May, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 18.98" (482mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Hampton, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In Hampton, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Hampton, in May, the average high-temperature is 82.2°F (27.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Hampton, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout May, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Hampton, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hampton, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Hampton, South Carolina, is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64°F

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

Average pressure in May
Hampton, SC

Average pressure in May - Hampton, 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
Hampton, SC

Average wind speed in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Hampton, SC

Average humidity in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Hampton, SC

Average rainfall in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Hampton, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hampton, SC

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Hampton, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Hampton, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hampton, 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 0min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hampton, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Hampton, SC

Average UV index in May - Hampton, 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
Hampton, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Hampton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Hampton, SC

Average visibility in May - Hampton, 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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