May weather forecastPelion, SC
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Pelion, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 63°F (17.2°C) and max 80.8°F (27.1°C).Temperature
Pelion's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) in April to a still warm 80.8°F (27.1°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) is experienced.Heat index
The average heat index in May is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Pelion, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pelion, South Carolina, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Pelion, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Pelion, South Carolina, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Pelion is 9.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Pelion is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Pelion, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 80.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Pelion, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pelion, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Pelion, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Pelion, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Pelion, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pelion, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pelion, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pelion, 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: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pelion, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Pelion, 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 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Pelion, 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 June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Pelion, 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).
