May weather forecast
Tybee Island, GA

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Weather in May

As summer approaches, May on Tybee Island, Georgia presents a substantial rise in humidity and temperature. This month marks the transition from spring to summer, ensuring slightly warmer nights. Sea temperature reaches its prominent increment to 72.4°F (22.4°C), providing ideal conditions for water-related activities. Heading into June, an escalation in rainfall quantity can be anticipated. Simultaneously, May guarantees zero snowfall days, ensuring clear roads and pathways.

Temperature

Tybee Island's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a moderately hot 79.2°F (26.2°C). Tybee Island records a consistent low-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In Tybee Island, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Tybee Island, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.3 rainfall days, and 36.89" (937mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Tybee Island, snow does not fall in March through December.

Ocean temperature

In Tybee Island, the average seawater temperature in May is 72.3°F (22.4°C).
Note: Factoring in a person's dislike for cold, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, a dip in 72.3°F (22.4°C) waters might be satisfying. (It is worth noting that the Olympic swimming waters are maintained between 77°F (25°C) and 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Tybee Island, Georgia, is 13h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Tybee Island, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Attention! The reflection of both water and sand can increase the intensity of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tybee Island in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Tybee Island, is 79.2°F (26.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 69.4°F (20.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout May, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Tybee Island, Georgia, snow does not fall in March through December.

How warm is the water in May?

In Tybee Island, in May, the average water temperature is 72.3°F (22.4°C). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 72.3°F (22.4°C) water.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tybee Island have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average pressure in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average wind speed in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average humidity in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average rainfall in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average snowfall days in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average sea temperature in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 72.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tybee Island, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6 days).

Average UV index in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average UV index in May - Tybee Island, 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
Tybee Island, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Tybee Island, GA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Tybee Island, GA

Average visibility in May - Tybee Island, 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).

Tybee Island, Georgia, USA

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