May weather forecastVirginia City, NV
May
Weather in May
May experiences a significant jump in warmth as the high temperature soars up to 64.2°F (17.9°C). Gone are the snow and the chill, making way for a pleasant climate in Virginia City. It's an ideal time for outdoor adventures, sightseeing, and exploring the natural beauty of Nevada. The days can get slightly warm but the nights help to compliment it with a cozy cool. After the winter thaw, May brings a welcome warmth and the promise of longer days.Temperature
Virginia City's transition into May brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in April to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Virginia City records a marked divergence from the day's high temperatures, with nights in May averaging at a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C).Humidity
In Virginia City, the average relative humidity in May is 46%.Rainfall
In Virginia City, in May, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82 rainfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Virginia City. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Virginia City aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Virginia City, Nevada, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.Daylight
In Virginia City, Nevada, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Virginia City, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:19 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Virginia City, the average sunshine in May is 11.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average high temperature in May: 64.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average humidity in May: 46%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).
Average rainfall in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average sunshine days in May: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Virginia City, NV
- Average cloud cover in May: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in May
Virginia City, NV
- 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).
