May weather forecast
Newport, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Newport, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). The average low-temperature in Newport during May nights is a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

In Newport, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Newport is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Newport. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newport aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Newport, Virginia, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Newport, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Newport, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

In Newport, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Newport?

The high-temperature in Newport during May is 71.8°F (22.1°C) and the low-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Newport?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Newport?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Newport in May?

In Newport, Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Newport?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Newport aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in May?

The average day length in May in Newport, Virginia, is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Newport?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newport, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Newport?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Newport?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Newport, VA

Average temperature in May - Newport, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Newport, VA

Average pressure in May - Newport, 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
Newport, VA

Average wind speed in May - Newport, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Newport, VA

Average humidity in May - Newport, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Newport, VA

Average rainfall in May - Newport, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in May
Newport, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Newport, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Newport, VA

Average snowfall in May - Newport, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Newport, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Newport, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newport, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Newport, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Newport, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Newport, VA

Average UV index in May - Newport, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Newport, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Newport, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Newport, VA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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