May weather forecast
Buford, GA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buford, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) in April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). Throughout May, the temperature falls to an average low of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Buford, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation. In Buford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 43.11" (1095mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Buford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 57min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Buford, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Buford experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Buford is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Buford, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 4.29" (109mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Buford, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Buford have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Buford?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Buford, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Buford, GA

Average temperature in May - Buford, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Buford, GA

Average pressure in May - Buford, GA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Buford, GA

Average wind speed in May - Buford, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Buford, GA

Average humidity in May - Buford, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Buford, GA

Average rainfall in May - Buford, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Buford, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Buford, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average snowfall in May
Buford, GA

Average snowfall in May - Buford, GA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Buford, GA

Average snowfall days in May - Buford, GA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Buford, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buford, GA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Buford, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Buford, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Buford, GA

Average UV index in May - Buford, GA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Buford, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Buford, GA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Buford, GA

Average visibility in May - Buford, GA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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