May weather forecast
Shannon, GA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Shannon, Georgia, with an average temperature varying between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

In Shannon, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shannon, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation. In Shannon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 43.54" (1106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Shannon, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shannon, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannon have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Shannon?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shannon, GA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Shannon, GA

Average pressure in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shannon, GA

Average wind speed in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Shannon, GA

Average humidity in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Shannon, GA

Average rainfall in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.68").

Average rainfall days in May
Shannon, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shannon, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shannon, GA

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

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shannon, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shannon, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shannon, GA

Average UV index in May - Shannon, 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
Shannon, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Shannon, GA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Shannon, GA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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