May weather forecast
Greenville, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Greenville, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Greenville's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 51.6°F (10.9°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Greenville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Greenville, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Greenville, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Greenville is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Greenville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Greenville, Virginia, during May are 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Greenville?

May is the most humid month in Greenville, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Greenville?

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

What is the wettest month in Greenville?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Greenville?

In Greenville, Virginia, in May, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Greenville?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Greenville. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Greenville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Greenville have in May?

The average day length in May in Greenville, Virginia, is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Greenville?

On the first day of May in Greenville, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Greenville?

The average sunshine duration in May in Greenville, Virginia, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Greenville?

In Greenville, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Greenville, VA

Average temperature in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Greenville, VA

Average pressure in May - Greenville, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Greenville, VA

Average wind speed in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Greenville, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Greenville, VA

Average rainfall in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Greenville, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greenville, VA

Average snowfall in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greenville, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Greenville, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greenville, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Greenville, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Greenville, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Greenville, VA

Average visibility in May - Greenville, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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