May weather forecastMount Sidney, VA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mount Sidney, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low of 51.8°F (11°C).Temperature
May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). Mount Sidney records a mean low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) in May.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Sidney. May is the last month it regularly snows in Mount Sidney, Virginia. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Mount Sidney aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Mount Sidney, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 16.69" (424mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Mount Sidney is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Mount Sidney, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mount Sidney. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).
Average wind speed in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Mount Sidney, 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, June and July (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Mount Sidney, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
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 31).
Average visibility in May
Mount Sidney, 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).
