May events on Kiawah Island offer an abundance of festivities and fun. The weather is arguably the best of the entire year. Visitors grab a chance to explore the beaches before school lets out. Tennis and golf enthusiasts benefit from many sunny days.

What is the weather like in Kiawah during May?


The weather in May on Kiawah Island brings warm sunny days and mild, crisp evenings. The air temperature climbs to an average of between 77 and 85 degrees.

The temperature rarely exceeds 90 degrees in May on Kiawah. Evenings are pleasant with low temperatures in May hovering in the mid 60s, but rarely exceeding 70 degrees at night.

Can't Miss Kiawah Island Events in May


Piccolo Spoleto Preview

Holy Spirit Catholic Church 3871 Betsy Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island, United States

This is a special afternoon of entertainment! The Town of Kiawah sponsors this Piccolo Spoleto preview event! This event is at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Johns Island. The

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Things to do on Kiawah in May


  • Play Tennis on Kiawah Island

Kiawah Island is home to the Roy Barth Tennis Center. This state-of-the-art, full-service tennis complex features 10 Har Tru clay courts and an additional 12 clay surface courts.  World-class tennis instructors offer group and private lessons to get you ready for USTA summer leagues.

  • Bike Kiawah Island Trails

Biking on Kiawah Island is a favorite past-time. May is a popular month for biking Kiawah Island's 27 miles of paved trails. Kiawah Island bike trails meander through maritime forest, along beach accesses, and reach an endpoint at the Ocean Course. The bike path extends all the way to Freshfields Village for a 24-mile tip-to-tip ride. And don't forget the 10 miles of flat bike-able beach - perfect for cruising during low tide.

  • Reef Fishing on Kiawah

May is an excellent month for reef and near-shore fishing on Kiawah Island. The spring winds quiet down. Water temps are on the rise and the fish are feeding!

Several fishing charter tours are available to take you and your crew out for an epic day of fishing near Kiawah Island.