Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in May

Hilton Head Island and Santa Barbara are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hilton Head Island is hot, rainy, clean air; Santa Barbara is nice, dry, clean air.

Hilton Head Island vs Santa BarbaraMay climate, side by side

Hilton Head IslandSanta Barbara
Comfort score87/100 (A)84/100 (A)
Feels-like high30°C22°C
Avg high / low28° / 20°22° / 13°
Rainfall136 mm10 mm
Rainy days71
Humidity74%62%
Air quality (AQI)4639

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in May — FAQ

Is May better in Hilton Head Island or Santa Barbara?
Hilton Head Island and Santa Barbara are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hilton Head Island is hot, rainy, clean air; Santa Barbara is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in May?
In May, Hilton Head Island averages 28°C high / 20°C low with about 136 mm of rain; Santa Barbara averages 22°C high / 13°C low with about 10 mm.