May weather forecast
Fort Lee, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fort Lee, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Fort Lee records an average nighttime low-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Fort Lee, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.2 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Lee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Fort Lee, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May in Fort Lee, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Lee, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Lee in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Fort Lee, is 78.1°F (25.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Lee?

The average relative humidity in May in Fort Lee is 75%.

How much does it rain in Fort Lee in May?

In Fort Lee, Virginia, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fort Lee?

May through October are months without snowfall in Fort Lee.

Does it snow in Fort Lee 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 Fort Lee?

The average day length in May in Fort Lee is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fort Lee?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fort Lee?

In Fort Lee, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Fort Lee?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average pressure in May - Fort Lee, 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
Fort Lee, VA

Average wind speed in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average humidity in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average rainfall in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average snowfall in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Fort Lee, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Lee, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average UV index in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Lee, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Fort Lee, VA

Average visibility in May - Fort Lee, 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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