Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Charleston, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (40°F). Typically, the humidity level in Charleston throughout May hovers around 82%.
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In May, Charleston averages 159 mm (6.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 17 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 16 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Charleston reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||