May weather forecast
Swords Creek, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Swords Creek, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Swords Creek experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in April to an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Swords Creek, Virginia, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swords Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Swords Creek aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Swords Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 18.03" (458mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 72°F (22.2°C) and the low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Swords Creek, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Swords Creek, in May, it is raining for 18.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Swords Creek aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Swords Creek have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Swords Creek is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average temperature in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average pressure in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average wind speed in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average humidity in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average rainfall in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average snowfall in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Swords Creek, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average UV index in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Swords Creek, VA

Average visibility in May - Swords Creek, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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