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 shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) to a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). During May, Drakes Branch consistently records a temperature low averaging a mild 57°F (13.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Drakes Branch, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In Drakes Branch, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Drakes Branch are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Drakes Branch in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Drakes Branch?
What is the wettest month in Drakes Branch?
How much does it rain in Drakes Branch in May?
When it does not snow in Drakes Branch?
Does it snow in Drakes Branch in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Drakes Branch?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Drakes Branch?
How many hours of sunshine does Drakes Branch have in May?
When is the highest UV index in Drakes Branch?
How high is the UV index in May in Drakes Branch?
Average temperature in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Drakes Branch, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Drakes Branch, 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 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
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Drakes Branch, 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
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Drakes Branch, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
Drakes Branch, Virginia, USA
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