Folly Beach weather in May (South Carolina, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Folly Beach in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Folly Beach, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

Folly Beach in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 8 days.

With around 295 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Folly Beach. April, May and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Folly Beach climate page with graphs.

 

Folly Beach, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 295 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 69% *  

* Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Folly Beach in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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