May weather forecast
Roswell, GA

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A breathtaking nature scene in the Blue Wall spot with the Old Mills State Park in Roswell, Georgia
A breathtaking nature scene in the Blue Wall spot with the Old Mills State Park in Roswell, Georgia

Weather in May

May brings a touch of early summer in Roswell, instantly shifting the weather scenario. There is a rapid spike in the temperature with the average high soaring to 80.2°F (26.8°C). Outdoor activities reach their peak as locals and tourists venture out to enjoy the sunny climate. On the other hand, rainfall also heightens to 4.41" (112mm), bringing late-spring showers to cool down the heated afternoons. The city welcomes more daylight hours, encouraging more outdoor leisure.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Roswell's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 60.6°F (15.9°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Roswell, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Roswell, Georgia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 45.12" (1146mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Roswell, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Roswell experiences an average high-temperature of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and a low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Roswell, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 4.41" (112mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Roswell, GA

Average temperature in May - Roswell, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.2°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 (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Roswell, GA

Average pressure in May - Roswell, 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
Roswell, GA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Roswell, GA

Average humidity in May - Roswell, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Roswell, GA

Average rainfall in May - Roswell, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
Roswell, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Roswell, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Roswell, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Roswell, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Roswell, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Roswell, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Roswell, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Roswell, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in May
Roswell, GA

Average UV index in May - Roswell, 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
Roswell, GA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Roswell, GA

Average visibility in May - Roswell, 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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