May weather forecast
Murrells Inlet, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Murrells Inlet, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, Murrells Inlet's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 77°F (25°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) is noted in Murrells Inlet.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Murrells Inlet are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Murrells Inlet, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In Murrells Inlet, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May in Murrells Inlet, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is 10.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Murrells Inlet in May?

During May, Murrells Inlet experiences an average high-temperature of 77°F (25°C) and a low-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Murrells Inlet?

The months with the highest humidity in Murrells Inlet are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Murrells Inlet?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Murrells Inlet?

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Murrells Inlet?

In Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in May in Murrells Inlet?

The average day length in May in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Murrells Inlet?

On the first day of May in Murrells Inlet, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Murrells Inlet?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Murrells Inlet?

In Murrells Inlet, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average temperature in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average pressure in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average wind speed in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average humidity in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall days in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall days in May - Murrells Inlet, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Murrells Inlet, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average sunshine days in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average UV index in May - Murrells Inlet, 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 February (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average cloud cover in May - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and 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
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average visibility in May - Murrells Inlet, 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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