May weather forecast
Greenwood, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Greenwood, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). In the month of May, Greenwood records a consistent average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, in Greenwood, the rain falls for 18.7 days. Throughout May, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Greenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Greenwood is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Greenwood, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Greenwood 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Greenwood in May?

During May, Greenwood experiences an average high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Greenwood?

May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Greenwood, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in May in Greenwood?

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

How much does it rain in Greenwood in May?

In Greenwood, Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Greenwood?

May through September are months without snowfall in Greenwood, Virginia.

Does it snow in Greenwood in May?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Greenwood is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Greenwood?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenwood have in May?

In Greenwood, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Greenwood?

In Greenwood, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Greenwood, VA

Average temperature in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Greenwood, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Greenwood, VA

Average wind speed in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Greenwood, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Greenwood, VA

Average rainfall in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Greenwood, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Greenwood, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Greenwood, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Greenwood, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Greenwood, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Greenwood, VA

Average UV index in May - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, VA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Greenwood, VA

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

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

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