May weather forecast
Atlantic Beach, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Atlantic Beach, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). During May, Atlantic Beach sees a mean low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Atlantic Beach, South Carolina, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atlantic Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.4 days and collects up to 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Atlantic Beach, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, in Atlantic Beach, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Atlantic Beach is 10.3h.

UV index

In Atlantic Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Atlantic Beach in May?

During May, Atlantic Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and a low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Atlantic Beach?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Atlantic Beach?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Atlantic Beach?

In May, in Atlantic Beach, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Atlantic Beach?

April through November are months without snowfall in Atlantic Beach, South Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in May in Atlantic Beach?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Atlantic Beach?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlantic Beach have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Atlantic Beach is 10.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Atlantic Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average temperature in May - Atlantic Beach, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average pressure in May - Atlantic 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average wind speed in May - Atlantic 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 (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average humidity in May - Atlantic 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average rainfall in May - Atlantic Beach, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Atlantic Beach, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Atlantic Beach, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Atlantic Beach, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Atlantic Beach, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Atlantic Beach, SC

Average visibility in May - Atlantic 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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