Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Damascus observes an average nighttime temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In Damascus, in May, during 21.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Damascus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.7 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Damascus. May is the last month it regularly snows in Damascus. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Damascus aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Damascus, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Damascus, Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Damascus?
What is the average humidity in May in Damascus?
How much does it rain in Damascus in May?
What is the last month it snows in Damascus?
What is the average length of the day in May in Damascus?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Damascus?
How long on average sun shines in May in Damascus?
How high is the UV index in May in Damascus?
Average temperature in May
Damascus, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Damascus, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Damascus, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Damascus, VA
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Damascus, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in May
Damascus, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Damascus, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Damascus, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Damascus, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Damascus, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Damascus, VA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Damascus, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Damascus, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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