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 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
The shift into May is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C). In North Charleston, in May, the average low-temperature is an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C).Heat index
May's average heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In North Charleston, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In North Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In North Charleston, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 66.7°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 (42.8°F).
Average pressure in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).
Average rainfall in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall days in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
North Charleston, 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 2min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).
Average UV index in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
North Charleston, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
North Charleston, 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).
North Charleston, South Carolina, USA
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