May weather forecast
Powhatan, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Powhatan, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). During May, the average low-temperature is recorded at a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Powhatan, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Powhatan, is 78.1°F (25.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Powhatan, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Powhatan, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Powhatan?

May through October are months without snowfall.

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 Powhatan have in May?

In Powhatan, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Powhatan?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Powhatan have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Powhatan, VA

Average temperature in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Powhatan, VA

Average pressure in May - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Powhatan, VA

Average humidity in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Powhatan, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Powhatan, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Powhatan, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Powhatan, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Powhatan, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Powhatan, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Powhatan, VA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Powhatan, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Powhatan, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Powhatan, VA

Average visibility in May - Powhatan, 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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