May weather forecast
Short Pump, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Short Pump, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

As Short Pump welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Short Pump in May experiences a low-temperature average of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Short Pump, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Short Pump, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Short Pump, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In Short Pump, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Short Pump in May?

In Short Pump, in May, the average high-temperature is 78.1°F (25.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Short Pump?

In May, the average relative humidity in Short Pump, Virginia, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in Short Pump?

In May, in Short Pump, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Short Pump in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Short Pump?

In Short Pump, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Short Pump?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Short Pump have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Short Pump is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Short Pump?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Short Pump, VA

Average temperature in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Short Pump, VA

Average pressure in May - Short Pump, 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
Short Pump, VA

Average wind speed in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Short Pump, VA

Average humidity in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Short Pump, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Short Pump, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Short Pump, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Short Pump, 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
Short Pump, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Short Pump, VA

Average UV index in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Short Pump, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Short Pump, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Short Pump, VA

Average visibility in May - Short Pump, 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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