May weather forecast
Kinsale, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kinsale, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average high of 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In Kinsale, an average temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Kinsale, during May, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.5 rainfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kinsale, snow does not fall in April through October.

Ocean temperature

In Kinsale, the average seawater temperature in May is 60.3°F (15.7°C).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In Kinsale, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kinsale, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Kinsale?

The high-temperature, in May, in Kinsale, records 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Kinsale?

The most humid month in Kinsale, Virginia, is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Kinsale?

The average relative humidity in May in Kinsale is 78%.

How much does it rain in Kinsale in May?

In Kinsale, Virginia, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kinsale?

April through October are months without snowfall in Kinsale, Virginia.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Kinsale?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C). For most, swimming in 60.3°F (15.7°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Kinsale?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kinsale?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Kinsale is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Kinsale?

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 Kinsale?

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

Average temperature in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Kinsale, VA

Average wind speed in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kinsale, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kinsale, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Kinsale, VA

Average sea temperature in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sea temperature in May: 60.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (79.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kinsale, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in May
Kinsale, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kinsale, VA

Average UV index in May - Kinsale, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kinsale, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Kinsale, VA

Average visibility in May - Kinsale, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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