May weather forecast
Dawsonville, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dawsonville, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

In Dawsonville, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). In May, Dawsonville records an average nighttime temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Dawsonville is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dawsonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.4 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dawsonville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Dawsonville, 73.9°F (23.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.9°F (12.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Dawsonville, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Dawsonville?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawsonville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Dawsonville is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average temperature in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average pressure in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average wind speed in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average humidity in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average rainfall in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average snowfall in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average UV index in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Dawsonville, MD

Average visibility in May - Dawsonville, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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