May weather forecast
Catharpin, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Catharpin, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 75°F (23.9°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). Throughout May, Catharpin witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Catharpin, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Catharpin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.6 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Catharpin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Catharpin, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Catharpin in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Catharpin?

In Catharpin, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Catharpin, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Catharpin?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Catharpin have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Catharpin, VA

Average temperature in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Catharpin, VA

Average pressure in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Catharpin, VA

Average wind speed in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Catharpin, VA

Average humidity in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Catharpin, VA

Average rainfall in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Catharpin, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Catharpin, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Catharpin, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Catharpin, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Catharpin, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Catharpin, VA

Average UV index in May - Catharpin, 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
Catharpin, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Catharpin, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Catharpin, VA

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

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

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