May weather forecast
Jewell Ridge, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Jewell Ridge, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 72°F (22.2°C) and min 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). Throughout May, Jewell Ridge witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jewell Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jewell Ridge are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jewell Ridge aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72°F (22.2°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Jewell Ridge aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Jewell Ridge?

The average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jewell Ridge have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Jewell Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average temperature in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average pressure in May - Jewell Ridge, 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
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average wind speed in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average humidity in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average rainfall in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average snowfall in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Jewell Ridge, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average UV index in May - Jewell Ridge, 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
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Jewell Ridge, VA

Average visibility in May - Jewell Ridge, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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