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Weather in Charleston for May 2025

Your guide to Charleston weather in May - trends and predictions
  • In general, the average temperature in Charleston at the beginning of May is 25.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 29.9 °F by the end of May.

  • Expect significant rainfall in Charleston during May, with an average of 16 rainy days.

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Average dry days
15
Dry days
Average rainy days
16
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
27°/20°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
72 %
Avg humidity

Charleston in May average weather

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Temperatures trend during May in Charleston

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May weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
May 1 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /20° 2.5 mm 6
May 2 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
26° /19° 0 mm 7
May 3 Sunny
Sunny
26° /19° 0 mm 7
May 4 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
23° /20° 2.9 mm 5
May 5 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
26° /20° 3.9 mm 6
May 6 Patchy light rain
Patchy light rain
26° /20° 5.8 mm 6
May 7 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /21° 0.3 mm 6
May 8 Mist
Mist
29° /22° 0 mm 6
May 9 Sunny
Sunny
31° /23° 3.7 mm 8
May 10 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
26° /20° 2.8 mm 6
May 11 Sunny
Sunny
24° /15° 0 mm 6
May 12 Sunny
Sunny
26° /15° 0 mm 7
May 13 Patchy light drizzle
Patchy light drizzle
25° /19° 0.9 mm 6
May 14 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
24° /19° 67 mm 5
May 15 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
29° /20° 0.4 mm 6
May 16 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
26° /19° 0.1 mm 6
May 17 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
27° /20° 0.1 mm 6
May 18 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
27° /20° 14.2 mm 6
May 19 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
24° /19° 7.4 mm 5
May 20 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
24° /18° 0.6 mm 6
May 21 Sunny
Sunny
25° /18° 0 mm 7
May 22 Sunny
Sunny
27° /19° 0 mm 7
May 23 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
28° /21° 0 mm 7
May 24 Patchy light rain
Patchy light rain
29° /22° 2.6 mm 6
May 25 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
31° /21° 0.4 mm 7
May 26 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
30° /21° 0.2 mm 8
May 27 Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
30° /24° 0.3 mm 7
May 28 Sunny
Sunny
32° /22° 1.2 mm 8
May 29 Sunny
Sunny
30° /21° 0 mm 8
May 30 Sunny
Sunny
28° /19° 0 mm 7
May 31 Sunny
Sunny
28° /19° 0 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Charleston in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Charleston forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Charleston in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Charleston during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 27° and lows near 20°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Charleston during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 117.5 mm is expected in Charleston during May, occurring over more than 16 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Charleston during May?
The average wind speed in Charleston during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

May rainfall patterns in Charleston

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UV exposure in Charleston during May

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