May weather forecastDover Square, GA

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Dover Square, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a warm 80.8°F (27.1°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 primarily vital for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dover Square, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.7 rainfall days, and 39.76" (1010mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dover Square, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Dover Square, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Dover Square, is 80.8°F (27.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

In Dover Square, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

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

The average day length in May is 13h and 54min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Dover Square, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dover Square, 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 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).

Average sunshine days in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).

Average UV index in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Dover Square, GA

  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Dover Square, 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).