Weather forecast for today
Amherst, VA

Weather forecast for today

Thursday, May 1.

Mostly Sunny
6:18 am

8:07 pm
EDT
Mostly Sunny
88°F / 64°F
  • Wind: 13mph SSW
  • Humidity: 42%
  • Precip. probability: 2%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • UV index: 8
On Thursday, in Amherst, a glowing sky and minimal clouds are expected.
The forecasted temperature range extends from a high of a tropical 87.8°F to a low of a comfortable 64.4°F.
The maximum heat index, which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be a blazing 87.8°F. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions.
The forecast high is higher and more aligned with what is typical in June than in May.
Sunrise was at 6:18 am and sunset will be at 8:07 pm; the daylight will last for 13h and 49min.

Current condition

Sunny
12:07 pm EDT
Sunny
  • 82°F
  • Feels like: 84°F
  • Wind: 6mph S
  • Humidity: 54%
  • Dewpoint: 63°F
  • Pressure: 30.02"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 7
In Amherst, at the moment, the sky is azure blue, with the sun shining strong and bright.
The temperature is a warm 82.4°F, the felt air temperature is nearly identical at 84.2°F. The current temperature is only a few degrees off the today's maximum of 87.8°F.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature now?
Currently (12:07 pm EDT) it is 82.4°F in Amherst.
What is the weather forecast for Amherst for today?
On Thursday, sunshine will prevail for most of the day.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the maximum temperature will be 87.8°F, while the minimum temperature will be 64.4°F. The maximum heat index, which measures the combined effect of heat and moisture, is computed to be 87.8°F.
The maximum temperature will be noticeably higher than the average highest temperature of 76.6°F in May. The lowest temperature will be also significantly higher than the average low of 54.5°F.
When are sunrise and sunset today?
On Thursday, in Amherst, sunrise was at 6:18 am and sunset will be at 8:07 pm (EDT).
How long is the day today?
Today, the daylight will last for 13h and 49min.

Hourly weather forecast

1 pm
  • 84°F
  • Feels like:
    86°F
Sunny
Sunny
  • Wind: 9mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.97"Hg
  • Humidity: 46%
  • Precip. probability: 0%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 86°F
  • Feels like:
    88°F
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
  • Wind: 11mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.94"Hg
  • Humidity: 42%
  • Precip. probability: 0%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
3 pm
  • 86°F
  • Feels like:
    88°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 12mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 39%
  • Precip. probability: 0%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 pm
  • 86°F
  • Feels like:
    86°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 13mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 37%
  • Precip. probability: 0%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
5 pm
  • 86°F
  • Feels like:
    86°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 12mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 37%
  • Precip. probability: 1%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
6 pm
  • 84°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 12mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 39%
  • Precip. probability: 2%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
7 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 10mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 42%
  • Precip. probability: 7%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
8 pm
  • 79°F
  • Feels like:
    81°F
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 45%
  • Precip. probability: 14%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Sunset: 8:07 pm
9 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 51%
  • Precip. probability: 1%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
10 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 54%
  • Precip. probability: 8%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
11 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.94"Hg
  • Humidity: 59%
  • Precip. probability: 18%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
Today, primarily cloud-filled and occasionally sunny weather is forecasted.
The temperature will vary between the highest temperature of 86°F and the lowest temperature of 71.6°F. The hottest part of the day will be from 2 pm to 5 pm.
The temperature will be more resembling what’s typical for June than the usual maximum in May. The minimum temperature will be also more comparable to June's average low of 61°F than May's typical 54.5°F.
Updated: May 1, 2025 @ 16:07:18 UTC
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Amherst, Virginia, USA

  • en: Amherst, Virginia, USA
  • es: Amherst, Virginia, EE.UU.
  • hr: Amherst, Virdžinija, SAD
  • sr: Amherst, Virdžinija, SAD
  • zh: 阿默斯特, 弗吉尼亚州, 美国
  • Latitude: 37.585141°
  • Longitude: -79.051413°
  • Elevation: 764 ft
  • Current time: 12:07pm EDT
  • Sunrise: 6:18 am EDT
  • Sunset: 8:07 pm EDT
  • Timezone: America/New_York
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