May weather forecast
Tega Cay, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Tega Cay, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

Tega Cay's transition into May is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 60.8°F (16°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Tega Cay, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Tega Cay, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tega Cay in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 60.8°F (16°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Tega Cay, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Tega Cay, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average temperature in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Tega Cay, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average wind speed in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average humidity in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average rainfall in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average snowfall in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Tega Cay, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tega Cay, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

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
Tega Cay, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average UV index in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Tega Cay, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Tega Cay, SC

Average visibility in May - Tega Cay, 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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