May Weather in Atlanta

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Atlanta, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (88°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Atlanta throughout May hovers around 81%.

3°C (37°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

31°C (88°F)

Maximum temperature

81%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Atlanta averages 143 mm (5.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 53 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.

143 mm (5.6 inches)

Precipitation

15 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 53 minutes

Sunshine hours

33%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Atlanta reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 7 9 10 10 9 7 4 3 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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