May weather forecast
Jamestown, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Jamestown, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Jamestown sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C). During the nights in May, Jamestown observes an average low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout May, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In Jamestown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Jamestown?

The high-temperature during May is 76.1°F (24.5°C) and the low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Jamestown, during May, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Jamestown, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Jamestown?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jamestown, VA

Average temperature in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Jamestown, VA

Average pressure in May - Jamestown, 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
Jamestown, VA

Average wind speed in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Jamestown, VA

Average humidity in May - Jamestown, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Jamestown, VA

Average rainfall in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Jamestown, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jamestown, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jamestown, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jamestown, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jamestown, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Jamestown, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Jamestown, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Jamestown, VA

Average visibility in May - Jamestown, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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