May weather forecast
Shepard, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Shepard, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and an average high of 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

May introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from April's pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C). Shepard, during the month of May, experiences an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Shepard is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Shepard, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shepard is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shepard, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shepard is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shepard in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shepard, South Carolina, are 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Shepard?

May is the most humid month in Shepard, South Carolina, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Shepard?

In Shepard, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in Shepard in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout May, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shepard?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shepard have in May?

In May, the average day length in Shepard, South Carolina, is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shepard?

On the first day of May in Shepard, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shepard have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shepard is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Shepard?

In Shepard, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shepard, SC

Average temperature in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shepard, SC

Average pressure in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shepard, SC

Average wind speed in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Shepard, SC

Average humidity in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Shepard, SC

Average rainfall in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Shepard, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shepard, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shepard, SC

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

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shepard, 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
Shepard, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shepard, SC

Average UV index in May - Shepard, 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
Shepard, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Shepard, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Shepard, SC

Average visibility in May - Shepard, 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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