May weather forecast
Bridgewater, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Bridgewater, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

Bridgewater's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 51.3°F (10.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Bridgewater are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bridgewater. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bridgewater aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.3 snowfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Bridgewater, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bridgewater, Virginia, is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Bridgewater?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bridgewater, is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Bridgewater?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bridgewater?

In Bridgewater, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Bridgewater?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Bridgewater, Virginia. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bridgewater in May?

In Bridgewater, during May, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bridgewater?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bridgewater. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bridgewater aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bridgewater have in May?

The average day length in May in Bridgewater, Virginia, is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bridgewater?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bridgewater, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bridgewater?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bridgewater, Virginia, is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bridgewater?

In Bridgewater, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average temperature in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average pressure in May - Bridgewater, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average wind speed in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average humidity in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average rainfall in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average snowfall in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bridgewater, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bridgewater, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Bridgewater, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Bridgewater, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Bridgewater, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Bridgewater, VA

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

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

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