Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Observing a slight rise in May, the average high-temperature shifts from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). Big Island's nighttime temperatures in May reflect a stark contrast to the day's highs, falling to an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Big Island, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Big Island, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Big Island, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Big Island, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Big Island, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Big Island, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in May
Big Island, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Big Island, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Big Island, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Big Island, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Big Island, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Big Island, 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
Big Island, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Big Island, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
Big Island, Virginia, USA
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