May weather in Gainesville, AL
The average temperature in Gainesville in May is 71.2°F (60.5°F–81.9°F). Average precipitation: 3.87 inches.
May is a spring month in Gainesville, and is warmer than the annual average of 64°F. Daily temperatures swing about 21.4°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 9 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 13h 41m. For travel, May is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
81.9°F
Avg Low
60.5°F
Precipitation
3.87 in
Daylight
13h 41m
May records in Gainesville
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 88.9°F (2012) | 45.7°F (2020) | 0.42 in (2013) |
| May 2 | 87.1°F (2012) | 43.9°F (2023) | 1.60 in (2025) |
| May 3 | 86.5°F (2021) | 43.5°F (2013) | 1.18 in (2013) |
| May 4 | 86.5°F (2014) | 40.8°F (2013) | 1.56 in (2021) |
| May 5 | 89.1°F (2012) | 42.6°F (2011) | 0.13 in (2024) |
| May 6 | 90.1°F (2007) | 43.7°F (2017) | 1.00 in (2025) |
| May 7 | 88.3°F (2012) | 43.3°F (2020) | 1.14 in (2025) |
| May 8 | 87.4°F (2024) | 50.2°F (2007) | 0.36 in (2020) |
| May 9 | 90.3°F (2024) | 44.6°F (2020) | 1.86 in (2019) |
| May 10 | 91.0°F (2007) | 42.6°F (2020) | 0.93 in (2024) |
| May 11 | 90.0°F (2007) | 49.5°F (2020) | 1.30 in (2025) |
| May 12 | 90.0°F (2007) | 46.8°F (2020) | 2.22 in (2012) |
| May 13 | 92.5°F (2007) | 43.9°F (2013) | 1.25 in (2009) |
| May 14 | 92.5°F (2018) | 50.2°F (2021) | 1.06 in (2014) |
| May 15 | 91.2°F (2018) | 50.0°F (2014) | 3.80 in (2008) |
| May 16 | 88.7°F (2017) | 48.4°F (2014) | 1.62 in (2010) |
| May 17 | 87.6°F (2017) | 47.5°F (2011) | 1.69 in (2025) |
| May 18 | 90.0°F (2022) | 43.5°F (2011) | 0.80 in (2020) |
| May 19 | 89.6°F (2022) | 46.2°F (2007) | 0.48 in (2018) |
| May 20 | 90.9°F (2018) | 48.4°F (2007) | 1.87 in (2017) |
| May 21 | 91.8°F (2022) | 52.0°F (2007) | 1.10 in (2010) |
| May 22 | 90.1°F (2011) | 50.2°F (2015) | 1.11 in (2017) |
| May 23 | 91.0°F (2010) | 52.3°F (2016) | 1.70 in (2009) |
| May 24 | 91.2°F (2010) | 54.1°F (2013) | 2.30 in (2025) |
| May 25 | 91.6°F (2019) | 50.0°F (2013) | 1.59 in (2022) |
| May 26 | 92.5°F (2019) | 56.8°F (2017) | 0.77 in (2022) |
| May 27 | 93.7°F (2012) | 58.5°F (2007) | 1.45 in (2009) |
| May 28 | 92.1°F (2012) | 58.3°F (2023) | 1.26 in (2014) |
| May 29 | 91.9°F (2012) | 55.6°F (2021) | 0.31 in (2018) |
| May 30 | 93.2°F (2012) | 52.5°F (2021) | 4.64 in (2018) |
| May 31 | 93.7°F (2011) | 52.0°F (2021) | 2.10 in (2012) |