May weather forecast
Cleveland, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cleveland, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average high of 72.7°F (22.6°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Cleveland notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) to an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cleveland, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Cleveland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.7 days and collects up to 19.92" (506mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cleveland, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In Cleveland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Cleveland in May has an average high-temperature of 72.7°F (22.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cleveland, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cleveland?

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

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 Cleveland have in May?

In Cleveland, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Cleveland, VA

Average temperature in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Cleveland, VA

Average pressure in May - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, VA

Average wind speed in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Cleveland, VA

Average humidity in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Cleveland, VA

Average rainfall in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Cleveland, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cleveland, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cleveland, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cleveland, 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 1min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cleveland, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Cleveland, VA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cleveland, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Cleveland, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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

Average visibility in May
Cleveland, VA

Average visibility in May - Cleveland, 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).

Cleveland, Virginia, USA

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