May weather forecast
Chatham, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chatham, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.4°F (13°C) and 76.6°F (24.8°C).

Temperature

May comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in April to a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). Throughout May, Chatham anticipates an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Chatham, Virginia.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Chatham.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chatham is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Chatham, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Chatham, Virginia, is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Chatham?

May temperatures in Chatham, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and a low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

What are the most humid months in Chatham?

The months with the highest humidity in Chatham, Virginia, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Chatham?

In Chatham, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Chatham?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Chatham, Virginia. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Chatham?

In Chatham, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Chatham?

In Chatham, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Chatham in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chatham have in May?

The average day length in May in Chatham, Virginia, is 14h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Chatham?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chatham, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Chatham?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Chatham?

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 Chatham?

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

Average temperature in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Chatham, VA

Average pressure in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"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
Chatham, VA

Average wind speed in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Chatham, VA

Average humidity in May - Chatham, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Chatham, VA

Average rainfall in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Chatham, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Chatham, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Chatham, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Chatham, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Chatham, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Chatham, VA

Average UV index in May - Chatham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Chatham, VA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Chatham, VA

Average visibility in May - Chatham, 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).

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