May weather forecast
Pettys Corner, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Pettys Corner, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

Pettys Corner's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). During the nights in May, Pettys Corner experiences a consistent average temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In Pettys Corner, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pettys Corner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Pettys Corner, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Pettys Corner is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pettys Corner are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Pettys Corner in May has an average high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are May and August, with an average 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pettys Corner, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pettys Corner have in May?

In Pettys Corner, the average day length in May is 14h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Pettys Corner, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average temperature in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Pettys Corner, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average wind speed in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average humidity in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average rainfall in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average snowfall in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average UV index in May - Pettys Corner, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Pettys Corner, VA

Average visibility in May - Pettys Corner, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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