May weather forecast
Arcola, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Arcola, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75°F (23.9°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). An average temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Arcola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Arcola, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arcola in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Arcola, is 75°F (23.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Arcola in May?

In Arcola, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 in Arcola?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Arcola, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcola have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Arcola, VA

Average temperature in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Arcola, VA

Average pressure in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arcola, VA

Average wind speed in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Arcola, VA

Average humidity in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Arcola, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arcola, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arcola, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arcola, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Arcola, VA

Average UV index in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Arcola, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Arcola, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Arcola, VA

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

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

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