Georgia weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Georgia in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Georgia in May?
Georgia is a region in the United States of America. May in Georgia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
During the day the temperature is warm in Dillard at 24°C and very warm in Donalsonville at 31°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C in Donalsonville and 11°C in Dillard.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Albany with an average of 63 mm to high rainfall in Clayton with 124 mm. Meanwhile, Atlanta enjoys close to 288 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Georgia, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Georgia's yearly weather, check out our Georgia climate page.
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Average weather in Atlanta
In May Atlanta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Brunswick
In May Brunswick generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Kingsland
In May Kingsland generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Waycross
In May Waycross generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Jekyll Island
In May Jekyll Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Georgia, in the United States of America.
Is May the best time to visit Georgia?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Georgia. Typically, the climate in Atlanta is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Georgia is in May, September and October with generally perfect weather in Atlanta. In contrast, January and February tend to have poor weather conditions.
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