May weather forecast
Surfside Beach, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) to a warm 77°F (25°C). In the month of May, an average of 67.1°F (19.5°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Surfside Beach, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Surfside Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Surfside Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In Surfside Beach, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, 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 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Surfside Beach, the average sunshine in May is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Surfside Beach in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Surfside Beach, is 77°F (25°C) and the average low-temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In Surfside Beach, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Surfside Beach, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Surfside Beach?

March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, 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 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Surfside Beach, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average temperature in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average pressure in May - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average wind speed in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average humidity in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average rainfall in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average snowfall in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Surfside Beach, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average UV index in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Surfside Beach, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

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

Average visibility in May
Surfside Beach, SC

Average visibility in May - Surfside Beach, 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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