Gatlinburg
May
Weather in Gatlinburg for May 2025
Your guide to Gatlinburg weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Gatlinburg at the beginning of May is 24.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 25.6 °F by the end of May.
Gatlinburg experiences an exceptionally high level of rainfall in May, with more than 20 rainy days on average.
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9
Dry days
22
Rainy days
0
Snow days
24°/13°
Temperatures
12 km/h
Avg max wind
78 %
Avg humidity
Gatlinburg in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  24° | 2  27° | 3  25° | 4 19° | |||
| 5 27° | 6 22° | 7  26° | 8 28° | 9  27° | 10 18° | 11  18° |
| 12  21° | 13 20° | 14 19° | 15 20° | 16 25° | 17 23° | 18 22° |
| 19 25° | 20 27° | 21 28° | 22 29° | 23 25° | 24 27° | 25  28° |
| 26 30° | 27 27° | 28 25° | 29 23° | 30  22° | 31 24° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Gatlinburg
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Fog | 24° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 | Partly cloudy | 27° /11° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 3 | Light rain shower | 25° /14° | 1.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 | Light rain shower | 19° /16° | 15 mm | 4 | |
| May 5 | Patchy rain possible | 27° /16° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 6 | Light rain shower | 22° /14° | 4.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 7 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 26° /15° | 5.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 8 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 28° /15° | 9.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /15° | 15.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 10 | Light rain shower | 18° /10° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 11 | Light drizzle | 18° /8° | 2.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 12 | Sunny | 21° /7° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Light drizzle | 20° /9° | 2 mm | 5 | |
| May 14 | Light rain | 19° /12° | 4.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 15 | Light rain shower | 20° /13° | 13 mm | 5 | |
| May 16 | Fog | 25° /13° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Light rain shower | 23° /13° | 2.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /15° | 16.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Light rain shower | 25° /14° | 3.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 27° /12° | 0.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 21 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /13° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Partly cloudy | 29° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| May 23 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 25° /15° | 7.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 24 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 27° /14° | 3 mm | 6 | |
| May 25 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 28° /13° | 5.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 30° /15° | 7.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 27 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /17° | 26.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 28 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /13° | 0.2 mm | 6 | |
| May 29 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /10° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 30 | Cloudy | 22° /8° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Partly cloudy | 24° /7° | 0 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Gatlinburg in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Gatlinburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Gatlinburg in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Gatlinburg during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 24° and cooler nights around 13°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Gatlinburg during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 150.4 mm is expected in Gatlinburg during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Gatlinburg during May?
The average wind speed in Gatlinburg during May is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Gatlinburg
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