May weather forecastAltavista, VA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Altavista, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average high of 76.6°F (24.8°C).Temperature
May brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's pleasant 68°F (20°C) to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) is noted during the nights in Altavista.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Altavista are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Altavista. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.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, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Altavista is 9.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Altavista. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Altavista, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Altavista, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Altavista, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Altavista, VA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Altavista, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Altavista, 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 (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Altavista, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Altavista, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Altavista, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Altavista, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in May
Altavista, 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
Altavista, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Altavista, 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).
