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

How does the weather in Pawleys Island usually fare in May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During May, Pawleys Island experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Pawleys Island in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April and May typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, June, July, August, September and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pawleys Island, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  

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.

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

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