May weather forecastLake City, SC
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Lake City, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and an average low of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Temperature
As Lake City transitions into May, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). An average low-temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C) is observed during May nights in Lake City.Humidity
May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In May, in Lake City, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lake City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.2 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Lake City, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
In Lake City, South Carolina, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
In Lake City, 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 average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Lake City, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Lake City, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Lake City, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Lake City, SC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Lake City, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Lake City, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Lake City, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Lake City, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake City, SC
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Lake City, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Lake City, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Lake City, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Lake City, 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).
