May weather forecast
Westminster, SC

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Westminster, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.2°F (14°C) and max 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in April to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Westminster records an average nighttime low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In Westminster, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Westminster, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Westminster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Westminster, South Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Westminster, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Westminster, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in Westminster, the average high-temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Westminster, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) 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 Westminster, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Westminster, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°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
Westminster, SC

Average pressure in May - Westminster, 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
Westminster, SC

Average wind speed in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Westminster, SC

Average humidity in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Westminster, SC

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

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: 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Westminster, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Westminster, SC

Average UV index in May - Westminster, 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
Westminster, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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
Westminster, SC

Average visibility in May - Westminster, SC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

Westminster, South Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location