May weather forecast
Chelsea, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chelsea, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). In Chelsea, May nights cool down to an average of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In Chelsea, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chelsea, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Chelsea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In Chelsea, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Chelsea in May has an average high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Chelsea, 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 Chelsea have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chelsea have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chelsea, VA

Average temperature in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Chelsea, VA

Average pressure in May - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, VA

Average wind speed in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Chelsea, VA

Average humidity in May - Chelsea, 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
Chelsea, VA

Average rainfall in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Chelsea, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chelsea, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chelsea, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Chelsea, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chelsea, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chelsea, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Chelsea, VA

Average UV index in May - Chelsea, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Chelsea, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Chelsea, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

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
Chelsea, VA

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

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

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