Late spring · Weather & things to do
Beaufort in May
Beaufort warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 74°F in April, with lows of 68°F (20°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 68°F (20°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (90 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is one of Beaufort's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by June, the score drops to 65/100.
- Comfort holds steady from April (88 → 86/100).
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beaufort in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Fishcamp on 11th Street
Dockside bar and seafood spot on Battery Creek in Port Royal.
Why now May scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
John Mark Verdier House
1804 Federal-style house museum on Bay Street run by Historic Beaufort Foundation.
Penn Center
Former school for freed people on St. Helena Island, core of Gullah history.
Hunting Island State Park
Wild beach, maritime forest and a climbable 1875 lighthouse.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Savannah in May~35 mi · highs 84°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Charleston in May~49 mi · highs 83°F, 3.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amelia Island in May~130 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in May~154 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beaufort in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Beaufort?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
How hot is Beaufort in May?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in May?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in May
- Charleston & Savannah Mar – May
Planning Beaufort in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.