Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). Swoope's temperature lowers to a mean of 51.3°F (10.7°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Swoope are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Swoope aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.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 5:55 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
In Swoope, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Swoope, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 72°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Swoope, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Swoope, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Swoope, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Swoope, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Swoope, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Swoope, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Swoope, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swoope, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Swoope, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Swoope, 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
Swoope, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Swoope, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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