May weather forecast
Helen, GA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Helen, Georgia, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.5°F (24.7°C) and min 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 68.7°F (20.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). An average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) marks the nights throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Helen, Georgia, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Helen, Georgia, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Helen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.3 days and collects up to 42.2" (1072mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Helen is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, in Helen, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Helen. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Helen in May?

In May, in Helen, the average high-temperature is 76.5°F (24.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Helen?

The average relative humidity in May in Helen is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Helen?

In May, in Helen, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Helen?

In Helen, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Helen in May?

In May, in Helen, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Helen?

In Helen, Georgia, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Helen?

On the first day of May in Helen, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Helen have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Helen?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Helen?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Helen, GA

Average temperature in May - Helen, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Helen, GA

Average pressure in May - Helen, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Helen, GA

Average wind speed in May - Helen, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Helen, GA

Average humidity in May - Helen, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July, October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Helen, GA

Average rainfall in May - Helen, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in May
Helen, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Helen, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Helen, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Helen, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Helen, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Helen, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Helen, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Helen, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Helen, GA

Average UV index in May - Helen, 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
Helen, GA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Helen, GA

Average visibility in May - Helen, GA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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