May weather forecast
Palmers Crossroads, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Palmers Crossroads records an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

In Palmers Crossroads, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Palmers Crossroads. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Palmers Crossroads aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Palmers Crossroads, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 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 Palmers Crossroads, is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Palmers Crossroads, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Palmers Crossroads, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Palmers Crossroads aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palmers Crossroads have in May?

In Palmers Crossroads, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmers Crossroads have in May?

In Palmers Crossroads, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average temperature in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average pressure in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average wind speed in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average humidity in May - Palmers Crossroads, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average UV index in May - Palmers Crossroads, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Palmers Crossroads, VA

Average visibility in May - Palmers Crossroads, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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