Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) to a still moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C). May brings an average low-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) to Furman.Heat index
May's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Furman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Furman, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In Furman, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Furman, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Furman is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Furman?
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How many hours of sunshine does Furman have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Furman?
Average temperature in May
Furman, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 82°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Furman, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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).
Average wind speed in May
Furman, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Furman, SC
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Furman, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Furman, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Furman, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Furman, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Furman, 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 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Furman, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Furman, SC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Furman, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Furman, 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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