May weather forecast
Commonwealth, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Commonwealth, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

Commonwealth's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 66°F (18.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). During the month of May, Commonwealth's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The wettest months are April and May, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

In Commonwealth, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Commonwealth is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, in Commonwealth, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are April and May, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Commonwealth, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Commonwealth?

In Commonwealth, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Commonwealth in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Commonwealth have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Commonwealth have in May?

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

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average pressure in May - Commonwealth, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average wind speed in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Commonwealth, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average rainfall in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Commonwealth, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Commonwealth, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Commonwealth, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Commonwealth, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Commonwealth, VA

Average UV index in May - Commonwealth, 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
Commonwealth, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Commonwealth, VA

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

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

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