May weather forecast
Pittsville, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Pittsville, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). During the May nights, an average temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) is observed.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Pittsville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pittsville, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Pittsville, is 76.6°F (24.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pittsville, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Pittsville in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Pittsville is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Pittsville, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What are the months with 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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Pittsville, VA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°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 (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Pittsville, VA

Average pressure in May - Pittsville, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pittsville, VA

Average wind speed in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Pittsville, VA

Average humidity in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Pittsville, VA

Average rainfall in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Pittsville, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pittsville, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pittsville, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pittsville, 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 and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pittsville, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Pittsville, VA

Average UV index in May - Pittsville, 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
Pittsville, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Pittsville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Pittsville, VA

Average visibility in May - Pittsville, 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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