May weather forecast
Rapidan, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Rapidan, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 55°F (12.8°C) and max 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

In Rapidan, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's refreshing 66°F (18.9°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Rapidan, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapidan, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rapidan, Virginia, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Rapidan, is 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Rapidan, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Rapidan, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapidan have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rapidan, VA

Average temperature in May - Rapidan, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Rapidan, VA

Average pressure in May - Rapidan, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rapidan, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Rapidan, VA

Average humidity in May - Rapidan, 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
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall in May - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Rapidan, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Rapidan, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Rapidan, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rapidan, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rapidan, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Rapidan, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Rapidan, VA

Average UV index in May - Rapidan, 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
Rapidan, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Rapidan, VA

Average visibility in May - Rapidan, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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