May weather forecast
Canton, GA

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Weather in May

May witnesses temperatures surging to an average high of 78.8°F (26°C) and low of 58.8°F (14.9°C). Canton’s landscapes burst into life, an acknowledgement of the 4.25" (108mm) of rainfall this month welcomes. The flora thrives under the gaze of the Sun for an average fourteen hours daily. May’s hum of activity and vibrancy mark the onset of summer.

Temperature

Canton's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). Canton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Canton is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Canton, Georgia, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of May in Canton, Georgia, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Canton, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Canton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Canton in May?

May temperatures in Canton vary between a high-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) and a low-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Canton?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

What is the rainiest month in Canton?

The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Canton?

In Canton, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Canton?

In Canton, Georgia, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in May?

In May, the average day length in Canton is 13h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Canton?

On the first day of May in Canton, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Canton?

The average sunshine duration in May in Canton, Georgia, is 9.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Canton?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Canton?

In Canton, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Canton, GA

Average temperature in May - Canton, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Canton, GA

Average pressure in May - Canton, GA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Canton, GA

Average wind speed in May - Canton, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Canton, GA

Average humidity in May - Canton, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Canton, GA

Average rainfall in May - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in May
Canton, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Canton, GA

Average snowfall in May - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Canton, GA

Average snowfall days in May - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Canton, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Canton, GA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Canton, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Canton, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Canton, GA

Average UV index in May - Canton, GA
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Canton, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Canton, GA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Canton, GA

Average visibility in May - Canton, GA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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