May weather forecast
Hopewell, VA

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Weather in May

May, in Hopewell, Virginia, signals the first true hints of summer as longer, sunnier days become commonplace, and the cities’ green spaces begin to flourish. Owing to the city's location, residents feel the warmth in the daytimes while the evenings remain fairly pleasant. The arrival of late spring rain showers keep the city’s parks and gardens well hydrated. As summer arrives officially in June, the change in weather is clearly perceptible with hotter days.

Temperature

Hopewell perceives a slight temperature ascent during May, with average high-temperatures adjusting from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature usually rests at a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hopewell, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Hopewell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In Hopewell, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Hopewell, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hopewell, VA

Average temperature in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in May
Hopewell, VA

Average pressure in May - Hopewell, 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
Hopewell, VA

Average wind speed in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hopewell, VA

Average humidity in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Hopewell, VA

Average rainfall in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Hopewell, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hopewell, VA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and March (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hopewell, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Hopewell, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hopewell, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hopewell, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Hopewell, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Hopewell, VA

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

Average cloud cover in May
Hopewell, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Hopewell, VA

Average visibility in May - Hopewell, 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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