May weather forecast
Fincastle, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fincastle, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average high of 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). Fincastle's nighttime temperature in May demonstrates a noticeable plunge to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Fincastle, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk 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:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fincastle in May?

In Fincastle, 74.7°F (23.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month in Fincastle, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Fincastle, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Fincastle, in May, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fincastle, Virginia, 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?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fincastle have in May?

In Fincastle, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fincastle, VA

Average temperature in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Fincastle, VA

Average pressure in May - Fincastle, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fincastle, VA

Average wind speed in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Fincastle, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Fincastle, VA

Average rainfall in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Fincastle, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fincastle, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fincastle, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Fincastle, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fincastle, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fincastle, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Fincastle, VA

Average UV index in May - Fincastle, 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
Fincastle, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Fincastle, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Fincastle, VA

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

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

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