May weather forecast
Elkwood, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elkwood, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.2°F (24°C) and min 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Elkwood. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elkwood. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elkwood aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Elkwood are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elkwood?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Elkwood, is 75.2°F (24°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elkwood?

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

What is the wettest month in Elkwood?

The month with the most rainfall in Elkwood is May, when the rain falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Elkwood in May?

In May, in Elkwood, Virginia, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elkwood?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elkwood. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elkwood aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Elkwood is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkwood?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elkwood?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elkwood is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Elkwood?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Elkwood?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elkwood, VA

Average pressure in May - Elkwood, 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
Elkwood, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elkwood, VA

Average humidity in May - Elkwood, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall in May - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elkwood, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Elkwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elkwood, VA

Average snowfall in May - Elkwood, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elkwood, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkwood, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elkwood, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Elkwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elkwood, VA

Average UV index in May - Elkwood, 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
Elkwood, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Elkwood, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Elkwood, VA

Average visibility in May - Elkwood, 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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