May weather forecast
Central Gardens, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Central Gardens, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Central Gardens, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Central Gardens, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Central Gardens, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Central Gardens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 78.3°F (25.7°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Central Gardens, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Central Gardens, 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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Central Gardens, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Central Gardens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average temperature in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average pressure in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Central Gardens, VA

Average wind speed in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average humidity in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average rainfall in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average snowfall in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Central Gardens, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Central Gardens, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average UV index in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Central Gardens, VA

Average visibility in May - Central Gardens, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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