May weather forecast
West Springfield, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Springfield, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

West Springfield in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Springfield, Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In West Springfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in West Springfield is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In West Springfield, in May, the average high-temperature is 74.8°F (23.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in West Springfield in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In West Springfield, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does West Springfield have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration 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.

How high is the UV index in May in West Springfield?

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

Average temperature in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
West Springfield, VA

Average pressure in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
West Springfield, VA

Average wind speed in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Springfield, VA

Average humidity in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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

Average rainfall in May
West Springfield, VA

Average rainfall in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
West Springfield, VA

Average rainfall days in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Springfield, VA

Average snowfall in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Springfield, VA

Average snowfall days in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
West Springfield, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Springfield, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Springfield, VA

Average sunshine days in May - West Springfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
West Springfield, VA

Average UV index in May - West Springfield, 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
West Springfield, VA

Average cloud cover in May - West Springfield, 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 30).

Average visibility in May
West Springfield, VA

Average visibility in May - West Springfield, 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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