May weather forecastGreenville, GA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Greenville, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 61.2°F (16.2°C) and max 81.5°F (27.5°C).Temperature
As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 74.1°F (23.4°C) in April to a still warm 81.5°F (27.5°C). The low-temperature averages to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) during the nights of May.Heat index
May's average heat index is appraised at a hot 86°F (30°C). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Greenville, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Greenville, snow does not fall in April through December.Daylight
In Greenville, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 52min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Greenville is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Greenville, GA
- Average high temperature in May: 81.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Greenville, GA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Greenville, GA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Greenville, GA
- Average humidity in May: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Greenville, GA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Greenville, GA
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Greenville, GA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Greenville, GA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 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
Greenville, 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 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Greenville, GA
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Greenville, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Greenville, GA
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Greenville, GA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
