May weather in Columbus, GA
The average temperature in Columbus in May is 71.0°F (58.7°F–83.3°F). Average precipitation: 3.45 inches.
May is a spring month in Columbus, and is warmer than the annual average of 63.7°F. Daily temperatures swing about 24.6°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Daylight averages about 13h 40m. For travel, May is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
83.3°F
Avg Low
58.7°F
Precipitation
3.45 in
Daylight
13h 40m
May records in Columbus
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 93.0°F (2012) | 42.1°F (2008) | 1.45 in (2005) |
| May 2 | 89.1°F (2007) | 44.1°F (2023) | 0.71 in (2003) |
| May 3 | 90.0°F (2010) | 44.1°F (2023) | 1.12 in (1997) |
| May 4 | 89.1°F (2021) | 44.1°F (2004) | 4.00 in (2010) |
| May 5 | 89.1°F (2021) | 44.1°F (2023) | 1.05 in (2013) |
| May 6 | 89.1°F (2001) | 45.0°F (2013) | 0.49 in (1999) |
| May 7 | 90.0°F (2004) | 44.1°F (2020) | 9.18 in (2012) |
| May 8 | 90.0°F (2004) | 44.1°F (2020) | 0.30 in (2009) |
| May 9 | 90.0°F (2003) | 46.0°F (2017) | 0.73 in (1997) |
| May 10 | 89.1°F (2003) | 50.0°F (2010) | 2.92 in (2024) |
| May 11 | 93.0°F (2011) | 41.0°F (2020) | 2.80 in (2006) |
| May 12 | 93.0°F (2011) | 45.0°F (2020) | 0.89 in (2014) |
| May 13 | 93.0°F (2000) | 46.0°F (2013) | 0.64 in (2012) |
| May 14 | 91.9°F (2018) | 46.9°F (2013) | 1.33 in (2012) |
| May 15 | 91.9°F (2007) | 48.0°F (2021) | 1.60 in (2014) |
| May 16 | 91.9°F (2001) | 45.0°F (2014) | 0.35 in (2009) |
| May 17 | 93.0°F (2001) | 45.0°F (2014) | 0.33 in (2010) |
| May 18 | 90.0°F (2000) | 45.0°F (2011) | 1.90 in (2023) |
| May 19 | 93.0°F (2001) | 45.0°F (2011) | 1.15 in (2013) |
| May 20 | 93.0°F (2001) | 45.0°F (2011) | 1.00 in (2023) |
| May 21 | 91.9°F (2011) | 51.1°F (2007) | 1.00 in (2023) |
| May 22 | 91.0°F (1999) | 55.9°F (2007) | 2.30 in (2003) |
| May 23 | 95.0°F (2011) | 51.1°F (2001) | 3.00 in (2018) |
| May 24 | 93.0°F (2000) | 55.0°F (2001) | 0.76 in (2009) |
| May 25 | 95.0°F (2000) | 55.9°F (1999) | 0.55 in (2009) |
| May 26 | 95.0°F (2019) | 54.0°F (2001) | 1.20 in (2025) |
| May 27 | 95.0°F (2019) | 55.9°F (2005) | 2.00 in (2025) |
| May 28 | 96.1°F (2019) | 52.0°F (2023) | 2.40 in (1996) |
| May 29 | 96.1°F (2006) | 52.0°F (2023) | 1.05 in (2021) |
| May 30 | 96.1°F (2006) | 45.0°F (2003) | 0.96 in (1998) |
| May 31 | 96.1°F (2006) | 54.0°F (2004) | 0.94 in (1997) |