May weather forecast
Georgia, USA

May witnesses Georgia bathed in the splendor of late spring, with temperatures signaling the impending arrival of summer. The state experiences consistent warmth, and the cooler days of the previous months are largely behind. The landscape is lush and green, fed by the earlier spring rains and the increasingly sunny days.

In comparison with April, May showcases a palpable rise in temperatures. While April still held onto the last vestiges of spring's mildness, May serves as a prelude to the hot summer months. As June looms closer, the days grow longer and hotter, yet the nights in May remain relatively cool and provide a respite from the daytime warmth.

Rainfall in May starts to decline as the transition to the drier summer months begins. Although the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico continue to contribute moisture, the heavy spring showers start to ebb. That said, there might be occasional thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons, which can be short but intense.

Cities such as Athens and Atlanta, positioned further inland, experience warmer temperatures but still benefit from the cooling effect of occasional breezes. This is particularly true during the evenings, making nighttime outings enjoyable. Coastal areas, including places like Jekyll Island, are kept cooler by the Atlantic Ocean. The breezes in these regions are more pronounced, making beach visits exceptionally pleasant. The Piedmont Plateau and other hilly terrains, while warmer, still enjoy temperatures that are comfortable for hiking and other outdoor pursuits. Overall, May stands out as a month that beautifully bridges the transition between spring's freshness and summer's fervor in Georgia.

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• Atlanta - May »
  In Atlanta, Georgia, in May, during 13.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atlanta during May, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.
• Augusta - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Augusta, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT. In Augusta during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.
• Columbus - May »
  April, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Columbus. May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Columbus, Georgia.
• Savannah - May »
  In May, the average ocean temperature in Savannah is 72.9°F (22.7°C). In Savannah in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Athens - May »
  In the heart of spring, May in Athens is characterized by an exponential rise in temperature, reaching daily highs of 80.6°F (27°C). In Athens in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Sandy Springs - May »
  In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 42.91" (1090mm) of precipitation. In Sandy Springs, during May, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.
• Macon - May »
  In Macon during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.9 days and collects up to 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation. In Macon, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.
• Roswell - May »
  In Roswell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 45.12" (1146mm) of precipitation. On the first day of May in Roswell, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm.
• Albany - May »
  In Albany, Georgia, in May, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albany snow does not fall in February through December.
• Johns Creek - May »
  Johns Creek's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). On the first day of May in Johns Creek, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:20 pm.
• Warner Robins - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Warner Robins sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT. A noticeable hike in temperature from 63.1°F (17.3°C) to 81.9°F (27.7°C) indicates that May in Warner Robins is the harbinger of summer.
• Alpharetta - May »
  In Alpharetta in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of May in Alpharetta, Georgia, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:20 pm.