May weather forecast
Appalachia, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Appalachia, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). May brings Appalachia a consistent average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Appalachia is 79%.

Rainfall

In Appalachia, Virginia, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.2 rainfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Appalachia is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Appalachia is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Appalachia, Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Appalachia in May?

Appalachia in May has an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Appalachia?

In May, the average relative humidity in Appalachia, Virginia, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Appalachia in May?

In Appalachia, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Appalachia?

In Appalachia, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Appalachia in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Appalachia have in May?

The average day length in May in Appalachia, Virginia, is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Appalachia?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Appalachia?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Appalachia?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Appalachia, VA

Average temperature in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Appalachia, VA

Average pressure in May - Appalachia, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Appalachia, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Appalachia, VA

Average humidity in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Appalachia, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Appalachia, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Appalachia, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Appalachia, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Appalachia, VA

Average UV index in May - Appalachia, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Appalachia, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Appalachia, VA

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

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

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