May weather forecast
Sumter Junction, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Sumter Junction, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) and an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

Sumter Junction's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from 73.4°F (23°C) in April to a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Sumter Junction witnesses an average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Sumter Junction, South Carolina, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sumter Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sumter Junction, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Sumter Junction, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Sumter Junction have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sumter Junction?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Sumter Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average temperature in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average pressure in May - Sumter Junction, 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
Sumter Junction, SC

Average wind speed in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average humidity in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average rainfall in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average snowfall in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 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
Sumter Junction, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sumter Junction, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average UV index in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Sumter Junction, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Sumter Junction, SC

Average visibility in May - Sumter Junction, 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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