May weather forecast
Arcadia, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Arcadia, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.7°F (26.5°C) and min 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

The embrace of May brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). Throughout May, Arcadia registers a consistent average low-temperature of 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

In Arcadia, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, in May, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Arcadia is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Arcadia is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Arcadia are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Arcadia?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Arcadia are 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 59°F (15°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Arcadia?

In Arcadia, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Arcadia in May?

In Arcadia, South Carolina, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Arcadia?

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

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

The average day length in May in Arcadia, South Carolina, is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Arcadia?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcadia have in May?

In Arcadia, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Arcadia?

The months with the highest UV index in Arcadia, South Carolina, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Arcadia?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Arcadia, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Arcadia, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Arcadia, SC

Average pressure in May - Arcadia, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Arcadia, SC

Average wind speed in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Arcadia, SC

Average humidity in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in May
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Arcadia, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Arcadia, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Arcadia, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arcadia, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Arcadia, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Arcadia, SC

Average UV index in May - Arcadia, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Arcadia, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Arcadia, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Arcadia, SC

Average visibility in May - Arcadia, 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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