May weather forecast
Goshen, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Goshen, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average high of 70.5°F (21.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C) in April to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). In Goshen, the expected average low-temperature for May is a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Goshen, Virginia, is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Goshen is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Goshen, Virginia, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Goshen. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Goshen aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.9 snowfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Goshen is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Goshen, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Goshen?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Goshen, is 70.5°F (21.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Goshen?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Goshen?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Goshen. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Goshen in May?

In Goshen, in May, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Goshen?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Goshen. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Goshen aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Goshen?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Goshen?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Goshen, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:34 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Goshen have in May?

In Goshen, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Goshen?

The months with the highest UV index in Goshen are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Goshen?

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

Average temperature in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°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 (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Goshen, VA

Average pressure in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Goshen, VA

Average wind speed in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Goshen, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Goshen, VA

Average rainfall in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Goshen, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Goshen, VA

Average snowfall in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Goshen, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Goshen, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Goshen, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Goshen, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Goshen, VA

Average visibility in May - Goshen, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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