May weather forecast
Merchant, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Merchant, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Merchant's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from April's pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). During the nights in May, Merchant experiences a consistent average temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Merchant. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Merchant, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 8min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Merchant, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Merchant. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Merchant in May?

Merchant in May has an average high-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Merchant?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Merchant?

The month with the most rainfall in Merchant, Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Merchant in May?

In Merchant, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Merchant?

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

Does it snow in Merchant in May?

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

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

In Merchant, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Merchant?

On the first day of May in Merchant, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merchant have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Merchant?

In Merchant, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Merchant, VA

Average temperature in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Merchant, VA

Average pressure in May - Merchant, 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
Merchant, VA

Average wind speed in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Merchant, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Merchant, VA

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Merchant, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in May
Merchant, VA

Average UV index in May - Merchant, 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
Merchant, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Merchant, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Merchant, VA

Average visibility in May - Merchant, 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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