May weather forecast
Madison, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Madison, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in May average to a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madison, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Madison, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in May 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madison in May?

The high-temperature in Madison, Virginia, during May is 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Madison?

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

How much does it rain in Madison in May?

In May, in Madison, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Madison?

In Madison, Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Madison in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Madison?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Madison?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Madison, Virginia, is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Madison?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Madison?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Madison, VA

Average temperature in May - Madison, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Madison, VA

Average pressure in May - Madison, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Madison, VA

Average wind speed in May - Madison, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Madison, VA

Average humidity in May - Madison, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Madison, VA

Average rainfall in May - Madison, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Madison, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Madison, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Madison, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Madison, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Madison, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Madison, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Madison, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Madison, VA

Average UV index in May - Madison, 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
Madison, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Madison, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Madison, VA

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

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

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