May weather forecastMount Vernon, GA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Mount Vernon, Georgia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average high of 82.2°F (27.9°C).Temperature
May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is observed.Heat index
The heat index in May is computed to be a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Mount Vernon, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.5 days and collects up to 34.13" (867mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Mount Vernon, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Mount Vernon, GA
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Mount Vernon, 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).
