Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Throughout May, Prentiss registers a consistent average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).Heat index
For May, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In Prentiss, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.Rainfall
In Prentiss, Georgia, in May, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.3 rainfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Prentiss, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Prentiss, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Average temperature in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).
Average pressure in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average rainfall days in May: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Prentiss, GA
- Average cloud cover in May: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Prentiss, 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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