May weather forecast
Palmetto Fort, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Palmetto Fort, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 77.7°F (25.4°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a warm 77.7°F (25.4°C). Palmetto Fort notes a steady average temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmetto Fort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 45.83" (1164mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Palmetto Fort is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Palmetto Fort, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

In Palmetto Fort, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Palmetto Fort?

May temperatures in Palmetto Fort vary between a high-temperature of 77.7°F (25.4°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Palmetto Fort?

The average relative humidity in May in Palmetto Fort is 76%.

How much does it rain in Palmetto Fort in May?

In Palmetto Fort, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Palmetto Fort?

In Palmetto Fort, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

How many hours of daylight does Palmetto Fort have in May?

In May, the average day length in Palmetto Fort, South Carolina, is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Palmetto Fort?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmetto Fort have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Palmetto Fort is 10.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Palmetto Fort?

In Palmetto Fort, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average temperature in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.7°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 (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average pressure in May - Palmetto Fort, 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
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average wind speed in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average humidity in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average rainfall in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (7.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average snowfall in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmetto Fort, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average UV index in May - Palmetto Fort, 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 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Palmetto Fort, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Palmetto Fort, SC

Average visibility in May - Palmetto Fort, 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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