May weather forecast
Rich Creek, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Rich Creek, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). In May, Rich Creek endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a cool 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In Rich Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Rich Creek. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rich Creek, Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rich Creek aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Rich Creek, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 13.46" (342mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Rich Creek is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Rich Creek is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rich Creek in May?

The high-temperature in Rich Creek during May is 71.6°F (22°C) and the low-temperature is 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Rich Creek?

In May, the average relative humidity in Rich Creek is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Rich Creek?

The month with the most rainfall in Rich Creek, Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Rich Creek?

In Rich Creek, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rich Creek?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Rich Creek aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Rich Creek?

In May, the average day length in Rich Creek is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Rich Creek?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rich Creek, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Rich Creek?

In Rich Creek, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rich Creek?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Rich Creek is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average temperature in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average pressure in May - Rich Creek, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Rich Creek, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average humidity in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average rainfall in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average snowfall in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rich Creek, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average UV index in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Rich Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Rich Creek, VA

Average visibility in May - Rich Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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