May weather forecast
Birdsnest, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Birdsnest, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). May nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Birdsnest, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Birdsnest, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Birdsnest, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

In Birdsnest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Birdsnest, is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Birdsnest is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Birdsnest, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Birdsnest have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Birdsnest have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Birdsnest, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average temperature in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average pressure in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average wind speed in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Birdsnest, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average rainfall in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and October (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Birdsnest, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Birdsnest, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Birdsnest, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Birdsnest, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Birdsnest, VA

Average visibility in May - Birdsnest, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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