May weather forecast
Folkston, GA

May, the last month of the spring in Folkston, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in April to a hot 86.2°F (30.1°C). Folkston's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Folkston, Georgia, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Folkston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.2 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Folkston, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Folkston is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Folkston, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.