May weather forecast
Tangier, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tangier, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). Nights in May exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Tangier, Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Tangier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Tangier, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Tangier in May has an average high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Tangier, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Tangier?

In Tangier, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall in Tangier.

How many hours of daylight does Tangier have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tangier have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tangier, VA

Average temperature in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tangier, VA

Average wind speed in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Tangier, VA

Average humidity in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Tangier, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tangier, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Tangier, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tangier, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tangier, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Tangier, VA

Average UV index in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Tangier, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Tangier, VA

Average visibility in May - Tangier, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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