Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) during the night.Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Chesapeake, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Chesapeake, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Chesapeake, Virginia.Ocean temperature
In Chesapeake, the average seawater temperature in May is 61.5°F (16.4°C).Note: In 61.5°F (16.4°C), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Average temperature in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").
Average rainfall days in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sea temperature in May: 61.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Chesapeake, VA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
Chesapeake, Virginia, USA
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