May weather forecast
Paris, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Paris, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.6°F (23.1°C) and an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Paris.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Paris are May, July and August, with an average 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paris, Virginia, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Paris. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Paris aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Paris, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paris, Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Paris, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Paris are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Paris?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paris during May are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Paris?

The months with the highest humidity in Paris are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Paris?

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

What is the wettest month in Paris?

The wettest months in Paris, Virginia, are May, July and August, with an average 2.68" (68mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May in Paris?

In Paris, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Paris?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Paris. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Paris aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paris have in May?

In May, the average day length in Paris, Virginia, is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Paris?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Paris?

In Paris, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Paris?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Paris?

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

Average temperature in May - Paris, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Paris, VA

Average pressure in May - Paris, 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
Paris, VA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Paris, VA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Paris, VA

Average rainfall in May - Paris, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in May
Paris, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Paris, 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 January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Paris, VA

Average snowfall in May - Paris, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Paris, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Paris, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paris, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Paris, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Paris, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Paris, VA

Average UV index in May - Paris, 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
Paris, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Paris, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Paris, VA

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

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

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