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
As April transitions into May, Sumter notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 73.4°F (23°C) to a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). Throughout May, Sumter witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 76%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Sumter, during May, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Sumter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Sumter.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, in Sumter, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Sumter, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. 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. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in May in Sumter?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sumter?
How many hours of sunshine does Sumter have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Sumter?
Average temperature in May
Sumter, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 80.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.8°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 (38.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Sumter, 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
Sumter, 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 (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Sumter, SC
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Sumter, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Sumter, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sumter, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sumter, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sumter, SC
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
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 4min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Sumter, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Sumter, 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
Sumter, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Sumter, 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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