May weather forecast
Staunton Heights, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Staunton Heights, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

Entering May, Staunton Heights notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). In May, Staunton Heights encounters an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Staunton Heights is 75%.

Rainfall

In Staunton Heights, in May, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Staunton Heights, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Staunton Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C) and a low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Staunton Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Staunton Heights, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Staunton Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Staunton Heights have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Staunton Heights, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Staunton Heights?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Staunton Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average temperature in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Staunton Heights, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average wind speed in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average humidity in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average rainfall in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average snowfall in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average UV index in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Staunton Heights, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Staunton Heights, SC

Average visibility in May - Staunton Heights, 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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