May weather forecast
Shirley Gate Park, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Shirley Gate Park, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

In Shirley Gate Park, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Shirley Gate Park experiences an average nighttime temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shirley Gate Park, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shirley Gate Park is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shirley Gate Park, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Shirley Gate Park experiences an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and a low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shirley Gate Park, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shirley Gate Park, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Shirley Gate Park in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Shirley Gate Park have in May?

In Shirley Gate Park, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average temperature in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average pressure in May - Shirley Gate Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average wind speed in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average humidity in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average rainfall in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average snowfall in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shirley Gate Park, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average UV index in May - Shirley Gate Park, 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
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Shirley Gate Park, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Shirley Gate Park, VA

Average visibility in May - Shirley Gate Park, 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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