May weather forecast
Socastee, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Socastee, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). May in Socastee witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Socastee, South Carolina, are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Socastee, in May, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Socastee, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Socastee, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Socastee is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Socastee, South Carolina, is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Socastee is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Socastee?

In Socastee, in May, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Socastee?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Socastee?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Socastee in May?

In Socastee, in May, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Socastee?

In Socastee, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through November.

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

In Socastee, South Carolina, the average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Socastee?

On the first day of May in Socastee, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Socastee?

In Socastee, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Socastee?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Socastee is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Socastee, SC

Average temperature in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Socastee, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Socastee, SC

Average wind speed in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Socastee, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Socastee, SC

Average rainfall in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Socastee, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Socastee, SC

Average snowfall in May - Socastee, 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 and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Socastee, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Socastee, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Socastee, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Socastee, SC

Average UV index in May - Socastee, 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
Socastee, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Socastee, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Socastee, SC

Average visibility in May - Socastee, 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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