May weather forecast
Martinsville, VA

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Weather in May

With an average high of 76.6°F (24.8°C), May in Martinsville is a pleasant transition into summer. As the month progresses, there is a marked increase in temperature from April's highs. Rainfall during May increases, turning the cityscape lush and verdant. It’s a perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities, with the landscape bathed in long hours of daylight. The calendar turns to June, promising the full glory of summer and even higher temperatures.

Temperature

May's onset in Martinsville brings a temperature rise, moving from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Martinsville.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Martinsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Martinsville is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In Martinsville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Martinsville?

The high-temperature, in May, in Martinsville, is 76.6°F (24.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.8°F (13.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Martinsville?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Martinsville, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in May in Martinsville?

The average relative humidity in May in Martinsville, Virginia, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Martinsville?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Martinsville. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Martinsville in May?

In Martinsville, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Martinsville?

May is the first month it typically snows in Martinsville. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Martinsville have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Martinsville?

On the first day of May in Martinsville, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Martinsville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Martinsville?

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

Average temperature in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Martinsville, VA

Average pressure in May - Martinsville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Martinsville, VA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Martinsville, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Martinsville, VA

Average rainfall in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Martinsville, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Martinsville, VA

Average snowfall in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Martinsville, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Martinsville, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Martinsville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Martinsville, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Martinsville, VA

Average UV index in May - Martinsville, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Martinsville, VA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Martinsville, VA

Average visibility in May - Martinsville, 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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