May weather forecast
Appalachia, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Appalachia, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.9°F (11.6°C) and max 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Appalachia's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from April's refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Appalachia, during May, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. In Appalachia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.2 days and collects up to 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Appalachia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Appalachia, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Appalachia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Appalachia, in May, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Appalachia, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Appalachia have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Appalachia?

In Appalachia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Appalachia, VA

Average temperature in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Appalachia, VA

Average pressure in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Appalachia, VA

Average wind speed in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Appalachia, VA

Average humidity in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Appalachia, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Appalachia, VA

Average UV index in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Appalachia, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Appalachia, VA

Average visibility in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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