May weather forecast
New Kent, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Kent, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Kent, Virginia, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Kent, there are 166.1 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in New Kent.

Daylight

In New Kent, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in New Kent?

During May, New Kent experiences an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Kent?

The average relative humidity in May in New Kent is 77%.

How much does it rain in New Kent in May?

In New Kent, during May, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in New Kent?

May through October are months without snowfall in New Kent, Virginia.

Does it snow in New Kent in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does New Kent have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in New Kent?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Kent?

In May, the average sunshine duration in New Kent, Virginia, is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in New Kent?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in New Kent?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in New Kent, Virginia, 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
New Kent, VA

Average temperature in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°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 (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
New Kent, VA

Average pressure in May - New Kent, 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
New Kent, VA

Average wind speed in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
New Kent, VA

Average humidity in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in May
New Kent, VA

Average rainfall in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
New Kent, VA

Average rainfall days in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Kent, VA

Average snowfall in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
New Kent, VA

Average snowfall days in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
New Kent, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Kent, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Kent, VA

Average sunshine days in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
New Kent, VA

Average UV index in May - New Kent, 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
New Kent, VA

Average cloud cover in May - New Kent, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
New Kent, VA

Average visibility in May - New Kent, 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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