May weather forecast
Porters Ridge, GA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Porters Ridge, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.8°F (27.1°C) and min 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

Porters Ridge in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C). Throughout the month of May, Porters Ridge reports a steady low-temperature average of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C). Exposure and extended activity could potentially cause a state of fatigue and lead to heat cramps.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In Porters Ridge, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Porters Ridge, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Porters Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.5 days and collects up to 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Porters Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Porters Ridge, Georgia, the average sunshine in May is 9.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Porters Ridge?

In Porters Ridge, 80.8°F (27.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 60.6°F (15.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Porters Ridge?

In May, the average relative humidity in Porters Ridge, Georgia, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Porters Ridge in May?

In May, in Porters Ridge, Georgia, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout May, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Porters Ridge?

In Porters Ridge, Georgia, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Porters Ridge?

In May, the average day length in Porters Ridge, Georgia, is 13h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Porters Ridge?

On the first day of May in Porters Ridge, Georgia, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Porters Ridge?

The average sunshine duration in May in Porters Ridge, Georgia, is 9.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Porters Ridge?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Porters Ridge, Georgia, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average temperature in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°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 (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average pressure in May - Porters Ridge, 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
Porters Ridge, GA

Average wind speed in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average humidity in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average rainfall in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average rainfall days in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average snowfall in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average snowfall days in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Porters Ridge, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

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 5min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average sunshine days in May - Porters Ridge, GA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average UV index in May - Porters Ridge, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average cloud cover in May - Porters Ridge, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Porters Ridge, GA

Average visibility in May - Porters Ridge, 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).

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