May weather forecastCork, GA

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cork, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

May witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from 73.8°F (23.2°C) in April to a still moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). The average temperature during May nights dips to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cork, there are 169 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Cork, is 81.1°F (27.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

In Cork, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

In May, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout May, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Cork, snow does not fall in April through November.

The average day length in May is 13h and 53min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

In Cork, Georgia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

In Cork, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

73.8°F

81.1°F

88.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.6mph

6.1mph

5.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

13.3

15.7

18.6

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.4

14.3

9.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

33%

30%

Average visibility

6mi

Average temperature in May
Cork, GA

Average high temperature in May: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cork, GA

Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cork, GA

Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

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

Average humidity in May
Cork, GA

Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Cork, GA

Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Cork, GA

Average rainfall days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cork, GA

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cork, GA

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 13h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cork, GA

Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Cork, GA

Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Cork, GA

Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Cork, GA

Average visibility in May: 6mi

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