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North Charleston weather in May (South Carolina, United States of America)

Interested in knowing the climate of North Charleston in May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The weather in North Charleston is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 28°C. At night, they generally drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

North Charleston in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

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

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit North Charleston. March, April, May and November typically offer the best circumstances. While February and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

North Charleston, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 93 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 295 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 69% *  
Data from: Charleston, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

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

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