May weather forecast
Cardinal Forest, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Cardinal Forest, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.1°F (13.4°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Cardinal Forest's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) is expected in Cardinal Forest during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, in Cardinal Forest, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cardinal Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cardinal Forest, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Cardinal Forest is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cardinal Forest are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cardinal Forest in May?

In Cardinal Forest, 74.8°F (23.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.1°F (13.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Cardinal Forest?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cardinal Forest in May?

In Cardinal Forest, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cardinal Forest?

May through October are months without snowfall in Cardinal Forest, Virginia.

Does it snow in Cardinal Forest in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cardinal Forest have in May?

The average day length in May in Cardinal Forest is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Cardinal Forest?

On the first day of May in Cardinal Forest, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cardinal Forest have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Cardinal Forest?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Cardinal Forest?

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

Average temperature in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average pressure in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average wind speed in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average humidity in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average UV index in May - Cardinal Forest, 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
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Cardinal Forest, VA

Average visibility in May - Cardinal Forest, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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