May weather forecast
Awendaw, SC

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Weather in May

May brings the right predilection for late spring and early summer with warmer temperatures and increased daylight hours. The likelihood of persistent rain and cloudy days slightly decreases, but scattered showers are still prevalent. This month showcases the beginnings of quickly changing weather conditions typical for the summer. A significant jump from April occurs as the monthly temperatures range from 64.9°F (18.3°C) to 80.2°F (26.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May in Awendaw, South Carolina, brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). In May, in Awendaw, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Awendaw, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Awendaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.5 days and collects up to 40.79" (1036mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Awendaw, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Awendaw, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

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 the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Awendaw?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Awendaw, is 80.2°F (26.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Awendaw?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Awendaw in May?

In Awendaw, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Awendaw?

March through November are months without snowfall in Awendaw.

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

In Awendaw, South Carolina, the average day length in May is 13h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Awendaw?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Awendaw have in May?

In Awendaw, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Awendaw?

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

Average temperature in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Awendaw, SC

Average wind speed in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Awendaw, SC

Average humidity in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Awendaw, SC

Average rainfall in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Awendaw, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Awendaw, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Awendaw, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Awendaw, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Awendaw, SC

Average UV index in May - Awendaw, 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 and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Awendaw, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Awendaw, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Awendaw, SC

Average visibility in May - Awendaw, 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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