The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Savannah. Temperatures rise (28°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May is the best month of the year in Savannah. Compared to April: +3°C daytime, 8 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
17°
Sea
26°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Savannah. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 15°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 47%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Where is Savannah ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.6 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
32.08°N · 81.09°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Savannah?
May is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 26.0% rainy days. The months of May & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Savannah get in May?
Savannah averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Savannah?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Savannah in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Savannah good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Savannah scores 6.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Savannah?
January is the most difficult month to visit Savannah, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Savannah in May?
In May, the sea averages 26°C in Savannah: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Savannah in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Savannah (high), with about 13.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.