May weather forecast
Nichols, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Nichols, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C) in April to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). Throughout the nights in May, Nichols experiences an average low-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nichols, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nichols, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Nichols, South Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Nichols, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nichols is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Nichols?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nichols are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 62.6°F (17°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Nichols?

May, June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Nichols, South Carolina.

What is the average humidity in May in Nichols?

In Nichols, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in Nichols in May?

In Nichols, South Carolina, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nichols?

In Nichols, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Nichols?

The average day length in May in Nichols is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nichols?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nichols, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nichols have in May?

In Nichols, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Nichols?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nichols, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index 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
Nichols, SC

Average temperature in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.7°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 (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Nichols, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Nichols, SC

Average wind speed in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Nichols, SC

Average humidity in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Nichols, SC

Average rainfall in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Nichols, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nichols, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nichols, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nichols, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nichols, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nichols, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Nichols, SC

Average UV index in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Nichols, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Nichols, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Nichols, SC

Average visibility in May - Nichols, 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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