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
Scotia's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C). Scotia experiences an average nighttime temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) in the month of May.Heat index
The heat index value for May is evaluated at a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Scotia, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Scotia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Scotia, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 51min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Scotia is 10.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Scotia is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Scotia, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Scotia, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Scotia, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Scotia, SC
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Scotia, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Scotia, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Scotia, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Scotia, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Scotia, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Scotia, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Scotia, 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 December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Scotia, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Scotia, 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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