United StatesThe weather in May in Atlanta
It's warm in May in Atlanta with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Atlanta. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Atlanta, Georgia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2019, Atlanta reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Atlanta
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Atlanta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Atlanta | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Atlanta with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 18°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Atlanta is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Atlanta, Georgia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Atlanta
Temperature in May in Atlanta over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Atlanta, Georgia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Atlanta
Total precipitation in May in Atlanta over the years
Daily UV index in May in Atlanta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Atlanta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Atlanta by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Atlanta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.