May weather forecast
Blue Grass, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Blue Grass, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Blue Grass usually reports an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Blue Grass is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Blue Grass. May is the last month it regularly snows in Blue Grass. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Blue Grass aggregates 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Blue Grass, Virginia, there are 80.8 snowfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Blue Grass, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Blue Grass?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Blue Grass, Virginia, are 65.1°F (18.4°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Blue Grass?

The average relative humidity in May in Blue Grass is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Blue Grass?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Blue Grass, Virginia. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Blue Grass?

In May, in Blue Grass, Virginia, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Blue Grass?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Blue Grass. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Blue Grass aggregates 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Blue Grass?

In Blue Grass, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Blue Grass?

On the first day of May in Blue Grass, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blue Grass have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Blue Grass, Virginia, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Blue Grass?

In Blue Grass, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average temperature in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average pressure in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Blue Grass, VA

Average wind speed in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average humidity in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average rainfall in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average snowfall in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Blue Grass, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average UV index in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Blue Grass, VA

Average visibility in May - Blue Grass, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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