May weather forecast
Bedford, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Bedford, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Bedford's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bedford is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Bedford is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Bedford?

The high-temperature in Bedford, Virginia, during May is 75.2°F (24°C) and the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Bedford?

The months with the highest humidity in Bedford, Virginia, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Bedford?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Bedford?

The month with the most rainfall in Bedford is May, when the rain falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bedford?

In Bedford, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bedford?

May through October are months without snowfall in Bedford.

Does it snow in Bedford in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Bedford?

In Bedford, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bedford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bedford, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bedford have in May?

In Bedford, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bedford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bedford?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bedford is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bedford, VA

Average temperature in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bedford, VA

Average pressure in May - Bedford, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Bedford, VA

Average wind speed in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bedford, VA

Average humidity in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bedford, VA

Average rainfall in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bedford, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bedford, VA

Average snowfall in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bedford, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bedford, 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 1min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bedford, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bedford, VA

Average UV index in May - Bedford, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bedford, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Bedford, VA

Average visibility in May - Bedford, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and December (5mi).

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