Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). The month of May sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) in Amherst.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
The wettest months in Amherst are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
In Amherst, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Amherst, Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.3h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Amherst?
What is the average humidity in May in Amherst?
What is the rainiest month in Amherst?
How many days does it rain in May in Amherst?
When it does not snow in Amherst?
Does it snow in Amherst in May?
How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Amherst?
How long on average sun shines in May in Amherst?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Amherst?
What is the UV index reading in May in Amherst?
Average temperature in May
Amherst, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Amherst, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Amherst, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Amherst, VA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Amherst, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Amherst, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Amherst, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Amherst, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Amherst, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Amherst, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Amherst, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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