May weather forecast
Deerwood Heights, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Deerwood Heights, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.3°F (27.4°C) and min 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

Deerwood Heights's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) is expected in Deerwood Heights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Deerwood Heights, South Carolina, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Deerwood Heights, in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Deerwood Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In Deerwood Heights, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Deerwood Heights?

In Deerwood Heights, 81.3°F (27.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 66°F (18.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Deerwood Heights?

In May, the average relative humidity in Deerwood Heights, South Carolina, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Deerwood Heights?

In Deerwood Heights, in May, during 15.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Deerwood Heights?

March through November are months without snowfall in Deerwood Heights.

What is the average length of the day in May in Deerwood Heights?

The average day length in May is 13h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Deerwood Heights?

On the first day of May in Deerwood Heights, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Deerwood Heights?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Deerwood Heights is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Deerwood Heights?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Deerwood Heights, South Carolina, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average temperature in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average wind speed in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average humidity in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average rainfall in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average snowfall in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
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
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Deerwood Heights, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average UV index in May - Deerwood Heights, 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
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Deerwood Heights, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Deerwood Heights, SC

Average visibility in May - Deerwood Heights, 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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