May weather forecast
Kinsale, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kinsale, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). An average low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Kinsale, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.5 rainfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Kinsale, the average seawater temperature in May is 60.3°F (15.7°C).
Note: Swimming in 60.3°F (15.7°C) is not pleasurable for most people. Breathing control grows increasingly challenging as the water temperature falls under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kinsale. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Kinsale, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month in Kinsale, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Kinsale, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall in Kinsale, Virginia.

What is the ocean temperature in May?

In Kinsale, the average seawater temperature in May is 60.3°F (15.7°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in May in Kinsale?

In Kinsale, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kinsale?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kinsale have in May?

In Kinsale, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Kinsale, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kinsale, VA

Average temperature in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Kinsale, VA

Average pressure in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kinsale, VA

Average wind speed in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Kinsale, VA

Average humidity in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Kinsale, VA

Average sea temperature in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 60.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kinsale, 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: 9h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kinsale, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Kinsale, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kinsale, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

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
Kinsale, VA

Average visibility in May - Kinsale, 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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