May weather forecast
Castlewood, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Castlewood, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.4°F (23°C) and min 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). Castlewood experiences a drastic reduction from day temperatures to an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Castlewood, in May, during 21.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Castlewood, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Castlewood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Castlewood is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Castlewood in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Castlewood, is 73.4°F (23°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Castlewood, Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Castlewood, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Castlewood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Castlewood, VA

Average temperature in May - Castlewood, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Castlewood, VA

Average rainfall in May - Castlewood, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Castlewood, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Castlewood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Castlewood, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Castlewood, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Castlewood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Castlewood, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Castlewood, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Castlewood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Castlewood, VA

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

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

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