May weather forecast
Sanford, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Sanford, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.4°F (15.2°C) and max 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). The average low-temperature, in May, is a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sanford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sanford, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Sanford experiences an average high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in Sanford is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sanford, in May, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sanford?

In Sanford, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sanford is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sanford, VA

Average temperature in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Sanford, VA

Average pressure in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sanford, VA

Average wind speed in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Sanford, VA

Average humidity in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Sanford, VA

Average rainfall in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Sanford, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sanford, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sanford, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sanford, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Sanford, VA

Average UV index in May - Sanford, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sanford, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Sanford, VA

Average visibility in May - Sanford, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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