May weather forecast
Franconia, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franconia, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

Franconia's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Franconia is 76%.

Rainfall

In Franconia, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Franconia in May?

The high-temperature during May is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout May, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Franconia, 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 Franconia, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Franconia have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Franconia, 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
Franconia, VA

Average temperature in May - Franconia, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Franconia, VA

Average pressure in May - Franconia, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Franconia, VA

Average wind speed in May - Franconia, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Franconia, VA

Average rainfall in May - Franconia, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Franconia, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Franconia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Franconia, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franconia, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Franconia, VA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Franconia, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Franconia, VA

Average visibility in May - Franconia, 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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