May weather forecast
Sumter, SC

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Weather in May

May greets Sumter with warmer temperatures signaling the onset of summer. The high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and low of 62.8°F (17.1°C) hint at the rising temperatures that June will bring. With increasing humidity and ample rainfall of 3.35" (85mm), an air of fertility envelops the city. Gearing up for the hot summer season, the transition of weather from May into June brings a surge in daylight and sunshine hours.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's 73.4°F (23°C) to a still warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sumter, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Sumter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index 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: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sumter in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sumter, records 80.2°F (26.8°C), while the low-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C).

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 Sumter?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

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

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Sumter, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sumter, SC

Average temperature in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average pressure in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average wind speed in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average humidity in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average rainfall in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average snowfall in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Sumter, 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, SC

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

Average sunshine days in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average UV index in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Sumter, 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, SC

Average visibility in May - Sumter, 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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