May weather forecast
Wheaton, GA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Wheaton, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Wheaton notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). Throughout May, Wheaton records an average temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) at night.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Constant activity during exposure could result in a state of weariness and possibly heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Wheaton is 73%.

Rainfall

In Wheaton, 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

The average length of the day in May in Wheaton is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Wheaton 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in May leads to these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Wheaton, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Wheaton, Georgia, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wheaton, in May, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheaton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wheaton is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wheaton, GA

Average temperature in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average pressure in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average wind speed in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average humidity in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average rainfall in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average snowfall days in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average UV index in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, GA

Average visibility in May - Wheaton, 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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