May weather forecast
Fort Mill, SC

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Weather in May

May in Fort Mill coincides with the onset of late spring, leading to significant changes in the weather profile. It hosts the highest pressure readings for the year at 30.03" (763mm). Elevated temperature highs of around 79.7°F (26.5°C) make their grand entrance, hinting at the summer heat yet to come. The sunshine duration extends to 9.5 hours per day, allowing for long, sunlit days. As the mercury soars, the absence of snowfall continues to be replaced by rain, setting the stage for a verdant landscape.

Temperature

In Fort Mill, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) in April, to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). Throughout May, Fort Mill witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, in Fort Mill, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Fort Mill, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is 9.5h.

UV index

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. 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. 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 usual temperature for Fort Mill in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Fort Mill, is 79.7°F (26.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 60.8°F (16°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Mill?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Fort Mill?

In May, in Fort Mill, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Mill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fort Mill have in May?

In May, the average day length in Fort Mill is 14h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fort Mill?

On the first day of May in Fort Mill, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Mill have in May?

In Fort Mill, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fort Mill?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average pressure in May - Fort Mill, 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
Fort Mill, SC

Average wind speed in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average humidity in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average rainfall in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average snowfall in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
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
Fort Mill, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Fort Mill, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Mill, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average UV index in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Fort Mill, SC

Average visibility in May - Fort Mill, 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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