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 sea temperature 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
May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 60.1°F (15.6°C).Humidity
In Yorktown, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Yorktown, in May, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Yorktown, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Yorktown, snow does not fall in April through October.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C).Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.On the first day of May in Yorktown, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Yorktown is 9.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Yorktown is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Yorktown?
How much does it rain in Yorktown in May?
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How cold is the water in May in Yorktown?
How many hours of daylight does Yorktown have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Yorktown?
How long on average sun shines in May in Yorktown?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Yorktown?
Average temperature in May
Yorktown, 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 (45.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 60.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average sea temperature in May: 61.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.7°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Yorktown, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Yorktown, VA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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