May weather forecast
College Park, GA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in College Park, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81°F (27.2°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

In College Park, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a warm 81°F (27.2°C). In College Park, an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) is recorded during May nights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In College Park, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in College Park, there are 170.9 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in College Park.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in College Park?

In College Park, 81°F (27.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 61.3°F (16.3°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in May in College Park?

The average relative humidity in May in College Park is 72%.

How much does it rain in College Park in May?

In College Park, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in College Park?

In College Park, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does College Park have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in College Park?

On the first day of May in College Park, Georgia, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in College Park?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in College Park?

The months with the highest UV index in College Park, Georgia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in College Park?

In College Park, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
College Park, GA

Average temperature in May - College Park, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 81°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in May
College Park, GA

Average pressure in May - College Park, 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
College Park, GA

Average wind speed in May - College Park, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
College Park, GA

Average humidity in May - College Park, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
College Park, GA

Average rainfall in May - College Park, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
College Park, GA

Average rainfall days in May - College Park, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
College Park, GA

Average snowfall in May - College Park, GA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
College Park, GA

Average snowfall days in May - College Park, GA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
College Park, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - College Park, GA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
College Park, GA

Average sunshine days in May - College Park, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
College Park, GA

Average UV index in May - College Park, GA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
College Park, GA

Average cloud cover in May - College Park, GA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

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
College Park, GA

Average visibility in May - College Park, 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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