May weather forecast
Georgia, USA

May witnesses Georgia bathed in the splendor of late spring, with temperatures signaling the impending arrival of summer. The state experiences consistent warmth, and the cooler days of the previous months are largely behind. The landscape is lush and green, fed by the earlier spring rains and the increasingly sunny days.

In comparison with April, May showcases a palpable rise in temperatures. While April still held onto the last vestiges of spring's mildness, May serves as a prelude to the hot summer months. As June looms closer, the days grow longer and hotter, yet the nights in May remain relatively cool and provide a respite from the daytime warmth.

Rainfall in May starts to decline as the transition to the drier summer months begins. Although the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico continue to contribute moisture, the heavy spring showers start to ebb. That said, there might be occasional thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons, which can be short but intense.

Cities such as Athens and Atlanta, positioned further inland, experience warmer temperatures but still benefit from the cooling effect of occasional breezes. This is particularly true during the evenings, making nighttime outings enjoyable. Coastal areas, including places like Jekyll Island, are kept cooler by the Atlantic Ocean. The breezes in these regions are more pronounced, making beach visits exceptionally pleasant. The Piedmont Plateau and other hilly terrains, while warmer, still enjoy temperatures that are comfortable for hiking and other outdoor pursuits. Overall, May stands out as a month that beautifully bridges the transition between spring's freshness and summer's fervor in Georgia.

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• Atlanta - May »
  In Atlanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation. As Atlanta enters May, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) of April to a warm 81°F (27.2°C).
• Augusta - May »
  In Augusta during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation. In Augusta, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.
• Columbus - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.
• Savannah - May »
  In Savannah during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Savannah, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C).
• Athens - May »
  The arrival of May in Athens brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C). Throughout the year, in Athens there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
• Sandy Springs - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Sandy Springs sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT. On the last day of May, in Sandy Springs, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.
• Macon - May »
  In Macon during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Macon, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.
• Roswell - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Roswell sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT. In Roswell in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Albany - May »
  In Albany during May, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Albany, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:16 pm.
• Johns Creek - May »
  On the first day of May in Johns Creek sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. The beginning of May in Johns Creek signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C).
• Warner Robins - May »
  A noticeable hike in temperature from 63.1°F (17.3°C) to 81.9°F (27.7°C) indicates that May in Warner Robins is the harbinger of summer. In Warner Robins, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.
• Alpharetta - May »
  In Alpharetta during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation. With the onset of May, Alpharetta's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) in April to a warm 79.5°F (26.4°C).