Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from 73.6°F (23.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). The average nighttime temperature in Higgins, South Carolina, lowers to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) throughout May.Heat index
During May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In Higgins, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In Higgins, in May, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Higgins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Higgins, South Carolina, is 13h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Higgins is 9.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Higgins, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Higgins?
What is the average humidity in May in Higgins?
How much does it rain in Higgins in May?
When it does not snow in Higgins?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Higgins?
How long on average sun shines in May in Higgins?
What is the UV index reading in May in Higgins?
Average temperature in May
Higgins, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 81.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Higgins, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Higgins, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Higgins, SC
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Higgins, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Higgins, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Higgins, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Higgins, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Higgins, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Higgins, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Higgins, SC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Higgins, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Higgins, 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).
Higgins, South Carolina, USA
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