May weather forecast
Friendship, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Friendship, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.2°F (21.8°C) and min 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Friendship dips to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Friendship, in May, during 21.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.7 rainfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Friendship aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Friendship in May?

In Friendship, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Friendship aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Friendship, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Friendship have in May?

In Friendship, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Friendship, VA

Average temperature in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Friendship, VA

Average pressure in May - Friendship, 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
Friendship, VA

Average wind speed in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Friendship, VA

Average humidity in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Friendship, VA

Average rainfall in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Friendship, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Friendship, VA

Average snowfall in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Friendship, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Friendship, VA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Friendship, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Friendship, VA

Average UV index in May - Friendship, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Friendship, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Friendship, VA

Average visibility in May - Friendship, 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).

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