May weather forecast
Orlean, VA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Orlean, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.8°F (23.8°C) and min 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). An average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Orlean, Virginia, during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Orlean, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orlean, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Orlean. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Orlean aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Orlean, Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.3 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Orlean is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May in Orlean, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Orlean is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Orlean, Virginia. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Orlean in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Orlean, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Orlean?

The average relative humidity in May in Orlean, Virginia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Orlean?

In Orlean, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Orlean?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Orlean. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Orlean aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In Orlean, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Orlean?

On the first day of May in Orlean, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orlean have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Orlean, Virginia, is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Orlean?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Orlean?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Orlean, Virginia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Orlean, VA

Average temperature in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Orlean, VA

Average pressure in May - Orlean, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Orlean, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Orlean, VA

Average humidity in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Orlean, VA

Average rainfall in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Orlean, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Orlean, VA

Average snowfall in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Orlean, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Orlean, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orlean, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Orlean, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Orlean, VA

Average UV index in May - Orlean, 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
Orlean, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Orlean, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Orlean, VA

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

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

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