Late spring · Weather & things to do
Savannah in May
Savannah warms up: highs climb to 84°F (29°C), from 77°F in April, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 66°F (19°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (89 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – April and October & November).
- Comfort slips from 88/100 in April to 80/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 84°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Savannah in May
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mercer Williams House Museum
Italianate mansion on Monterey Square made famous by Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Mile-long avenue of 400 live oaks leading to colonial tabby ruins.
Why now May scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bonaventure Cemetery
Riverside cemetery of moss-draped oaks and Victorian statuary.
Service Brewing Co.
Veteran-owned brewery west of downtown with a dog-friendly taproom and rotating small-batch beers.
Forsyth Park
30-acre park with the famous white fountain under Spanish moss.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in May
- Beaufort in May~35 mi · highs 81°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Charleston in May~83 mi · highs 83°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in May~100 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in May~125 mi · highs 78°F, 3.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Savannah in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Savannah?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 94 in February – April and October & November. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Charleston & Savannah route recommends.
How hot is Savannah in May?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Savannah in May?
Some: about 3.5 in (89 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.3 in (1151 mm).
What should I pack for Savannah in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 84°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Savannah
Routes in season in May
- Charleston & Savannah Mar – May
Planning Savannah in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.