May weather forecast
Buena Vista, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Buena Vista, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). May nights bring a pronounced temperature shift, with averages hovering around a cool 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

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May in Buena Vista, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Buena Vista, is 73.8°F (23.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Buena Vista.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Buena Vista, during May, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Buena Vista, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Buena Vista have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buena Vista have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Buena Vista, VA

Average temperature in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average pressure in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average wind speed in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average humidity in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average rainfall in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average snowfall in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average UV index in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, VA

Average visibility in May - Buena Vista, 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).

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