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Hilton Head Island weather in May (South Carolina, United States of America)

What kind of weather does May bring to Hilton Head Island? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Hilton Head Island is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 27°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Hilton Head Island in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 9 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 280 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Hilton Head Island.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hilton Head Island climate page with graphs.

 

Hilton Head Island, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
SunshineSunshine 280 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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