May weather forecast
Wake, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Wake, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.3°F (24.6°C) and min 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Wake's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). Throughout May, Wake experiences a low-temperature average of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wake, Virginia, in May, during 14.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wake, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May in Wake, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Wake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Wake?

The high-temperature in Wake, Virginia, during May is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wake?

The average relative humidity in May in Wake is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Wake?

In May, in Wake, Virginia, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wake?

In Wake, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Wake in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Wake is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Wake?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wake, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wake have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wake?

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

Average temperature in May - Wake, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Wake, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wake, VA

Average wind speed in May - Wake, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Wake, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Wake, VA

Average rainfall in May - Wake, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Wake, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Wake, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wake, VA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wake, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Wake, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wake, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wake, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Wake, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Wake, VA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Wake, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Wake, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Wake, VA

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

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

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