May weather forecast
Independence, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Independence, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 71.1°F (21.7°C).

Temperature

In Independence, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In the month of May, Independence records a consistent average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Independence, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Independence, is 71.1°F (21.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Independence?

The months with the highest humidity in Independence are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.9 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Independence, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Independence, VA

Average pressure in May - Independence, 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
Independence, VA

Average wind speed in May - Independence, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Independence, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Independence, VA

Average rainfall in May - Independence, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in May
Independence, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Independence, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Independence, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Independence, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Independence, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Independence, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Independence, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Independence, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Independence, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Independence, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Independence, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Independence, VA

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

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

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