May weather forecast
Somerville, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Somerville, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.4°F (24.1°C) and min 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). An average low-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) is observed during May nights in Somerville.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Somerville is 76%.

Rainfall

In Somerville, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Somerville, Virginia, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Somerville is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May in Somerville, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Somerville, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Somerville?

In Somerville, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Somerville?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Somerville?

In May, in Somerville, Virginia, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Somerville?

In Somerville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Somerville in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Somerville?

In May, the average day length in Somerville, Virginia, is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Somerville?

On the first day of May in Somerville, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Somerville?

The average sunshine duration in May in Somerville, Virginia, is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Somerville?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Somerville?

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

Average temperature in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Somerville, VA

Average pressure in May - Somerville, 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
Somerville, VA

Average wind speed in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Somerville, VA

Average humidity in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Somerville, VA

Average rainfall in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Somerville, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Somerville, 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 (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Somerville, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Somerville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Somerville, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Somerville, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Somerville, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Somerville, VA

Average UV index in May - Somerville, 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
Somerville, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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
Somerville, VA

Average visibility in May - Somerville, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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