May weather forecast
Murrells Inlet, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Murrells Inlet, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and an average high of 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a warm 77°F (25°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) at night.

Humidity

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Murrells Inlet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

In Murrells Inlet, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 77°F (25°C) and the low-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Murrells Inlet?

In Murrells Inlet, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Murrells Inlet have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average temperature in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average pressure in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average wind speed in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average humidity in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Murrells Inlet, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average UV index in May - Murrells Inlet, 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 February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

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
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average visibility in May - Murrells Inlet, 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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