Myrtle Beach vs Santa Barbara in May

Myrtle Beach and Santa Barbara are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Myrtle Beach is warm, rainy; Santa Barbara is nice, dry, clean air.

Myrtle Beach vs Santa BarbaraMay climate, side by side

Myrtle BeachSanta Barbara
Comfort score87/100 (A)84/100 (A)
Feels-like high28°C22°C
Avg high / low26° / 18°22° / 13°
Rainfall111 mm10 mm
Rainy days81
Humidity75%62%
Air quality (AQI)5139

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

Myrtle Beach vs Santa Barbara in May — FAQ

Is May better in Myrtle Beach or Santa Barbara?
Myrtle Beach and Santa Barbara are nearly tied in May — 87 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Myrtle Beach is warm, rainy; Santa Barbara is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Myrtle Beach vs Santa Barbara in May?
In May, Myrtle Beach averages 26°C high / 18°C low with about 111 mm of rain; Santa Barbara averages 22°C high / 13°C low with about 10 mm.