Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Atlanta, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 33°C (92°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Atlanta throughout May hovers around 81%.
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In May, Atlanta averages 153 mm (6.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 52 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 23 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Atlanta reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||