May weather forecast
Spottswood, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Spottswood, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in April to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). The average temperature drops to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) during the night in the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Spottswood aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Spottswood, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Spottswood, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Spottswood in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Spottswood?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Spottswood, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Spottswood aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Spottswood, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Spottswood, VA

Average temperature in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Spottswood, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Spottswood, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Spottswood, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Spottswood, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Spottswood, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Spottswood, 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: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Spottswood, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Spottswood, VA

Average UV index in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Spottswood, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Spottswood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Spottswood, VA

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

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

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