Carolina in May
8.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 20°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
6°CAvg low
2Rainy days (12 mm)
10:43 hDaylight
06:34Sunrise · 17:17 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.3 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 14°C | 116 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 25°C | 14°C | 88 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 24°C | 13°C | 81 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 22°C | 10°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 20°C | 6°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.5 |
| June | 18°C | 3°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 18°C | 2°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 21°C | 5°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 24°C | 9°C | 20 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| October | 24°C | 11°C | 73 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 24°C | 12°C | 107 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 24°C | 14°C | 134 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Carolina in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 6°C.
When is the best time to visit Carolina?
The best months are August, September, May, April.