Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in April to a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C). An average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is expected in Atlanta during May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Atlanta are May and October, with an average 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Atlanta are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Atlanta. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Atlanta aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Atlanta, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.4 days and aggregates up to 33.82" (859mm) of snow.Daylight
In Atlanta, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Atlanta, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Atlanta. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Atlanta?
How high is the UV index in May in Atlanta?
Average temperature in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 66°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.64"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Atlanta, NY
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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