May weather forecast
The Highlands, GA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in The Highlands, Georgia, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 80.8°F (27.1°C).

Temperature

The Highlands in May experiences a slight uptick in the average high-temperature, adjusting from April's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C). The Highlands observes an average low-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) during May nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light 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', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in The Highlands, Georgia, is 74%.

Rainfall

In The Highlands, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In The Highlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 39.76" (1010mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In The Highlands, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In The Highlands, 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 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In The Highlands, 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 in The Highlands. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in The Highlands in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in The Highlands, is 80.8°F (27.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.6°F (15.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in May in The Highlands?

In The Highlands, Georgia, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in The Highlands?

In The Highlands, Georgia, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in The Highlands?

In The Highlands, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does The Highlands have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in The Highlands?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in The Highlands, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does The Highlands have in May?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in The Highlands?

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

How high is the UV index in May in The Highlands?

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

Average temperature in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average pressure in May
The Highlands, GA

Average pressure in May - The Highlands, 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
The Highlands, GA

Average wind speed in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average humidity in May
The Highlands, GA

Average humidity in May - The Highlands, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
The Highlands, GA

Average rainfall in May - The Highlands, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
The Highlands, GA

Average rainfall days in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
The Highlands, GA

Average snowfall in May - The Highlands, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
The Highlands, GA

Average snowfall days in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
The Highlands, GA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - The Highlands, 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
The Highlands, GA

Average sunshine days in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average UV index in May
The Highlands, GA

Average UV index in May - The Highlands, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
The Highlands, GA

Average cloud cover in May - The Highlands, 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
The Highlands, GA

Average visibility in May - The Highlands, 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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