May weather forecast
Lynchburg, VA

Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia
Cloudy orange sky gracing the dusk in Lynchburg city, Virginia

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Lynchburg, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

In Lynchburg, the average high-temperature in May increases from a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). In May, in Lynchburg, the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Lynchburg is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Lynchburg, Virginia, are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lynchburg, snow does not fall through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Lynchburg is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Lynchburg, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Lynchburg, Virginia, is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lynchburg. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Lynchburg?

In May, in Lynchburg, the average high-temperature is 76.6°F (24.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lynchburg?

In May, the average relative humidity in Lynchburg is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Lynchburg?

The months with the most rainfall in Lynchburg are April and May, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lynchburg in May?

In Lynchburg, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lynchburg?

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

Does it snow in Lynchburg in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lynchburg have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lynchburg?

On the first day of May in Lynchburg, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lynchburg have in May?

In Lynchburg, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lynchburg?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Lynchburg, Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Lynchburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lynchburg is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average temperature in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average pressure in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average pressure in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average wind speed in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average humidity in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average humidity in May - Lynchburg, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall in May - Lynchburg, 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall in May - Lynchburg, 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average UV index in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average UV index in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Lynchburg, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Lynchburg, VA

Average visibility in May - Lynchburg, 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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