May weather forecast
Rapidan Woods, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Rapidan Woods, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 68°F (20°C) to a moderately hot 77°F (25°C). An average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Rapidan Woods experiences an average high-temperature of 77°F (25°C) and a low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Rapidan Woods, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Rapidan Woods have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Rapidan Woods?

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

Average temperature in May - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average pressure in May - Rapidan Woods, 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
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average humidity in May - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average rainfall in May - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 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 Woods, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rapidan Woods, 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
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

Average UV index in May - Rapidan Woods, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Rapidan Woods, VA

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

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

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