May weather forecast
Blackwater, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Blackwater, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

Blackwater's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Humidity

In Blackwater, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Blackwater, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Blackwater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.3 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Blackwater, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Blackwater, the average high-temperature is 74.3°F (23.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Blackwater, during May, the rain falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Blackwater, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Blackwater have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blackwater have in May?

In Blackwater, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Blackwater, VA

Average temperature in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Blackwater, VA

Average pressure in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Blackwater, VA

Average wind speed in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Blackwater, VA

Average humidity in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Blackwater, VA

Average rainfall in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Blackwater, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Blackwater, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Blackwater, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Blackwater, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Blackwater, VA

Average UV index in May - Blackwater, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Blackwater, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Blackwater, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Blackwater, VA

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

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

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