May weather forecast
Goochland, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Goochland, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 58.1°F (14.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Goochland, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Goochland, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Goochland, Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Goochland, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Goochland is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Goochland, records 78.1°F (25.6°C), while the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Goochland?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Goochland have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Goochland?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Goochland have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Goochland, VA

Average pressure in May - Goochland, 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
Goochland, VA

Average wind speed in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Goochland, VA

Average humidity in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Goochland, VA

Average rainfall in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Goochland, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Goochland, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Goochland, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Goochland, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Goochland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Goochland, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Goochland, VA

Average UV index in May - Goochland, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Goochland, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Goochland, VA

Average visibility in May - Goochland, 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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