May weather forecast
Thaxton, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thaxton, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.2°F (24°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). Thaxton experiences a mean temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) during May nights.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thaxton, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C) and a low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Thaxton.

What is the average humidity in May in Thaxton?

In Thaxton, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Thaxton?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Thaxton?

In Thaxton, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

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

In Thaxton, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thaxton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Thaxton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Thaxton, VA

Average temperature in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Thaxton, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thaxton, VA

Average wind speed in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Thaxton, VA

Average humidity in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Thaxton, VA

Average rainfall in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Thaxton, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thaxton, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thaxton, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.6 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
Thaxton, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thaxton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thaxton, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Thaxton, VA

Average UV index in May - Thaxton, 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
Thaxton, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Thaxton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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 30).

Average visibility in May
Thaxton, VA

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

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

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