May weather forecast
Poquoson, VA

Share

Weather in May

May in Poquoson signifies the peak of spring, characterised by moderate rainfall and comfortable warmth. As the greenery flourishes under the increasing daylight hours, the city paints a picturesque landscape. As the month edges towards June, locals and visitors alike anticipate summer's arrival with an increase in humidity and more extended daylight hours. In terms of rainfall, the transition from May to June doesn't exhibit any major changes, but rain showers in June are shorter and interspersed with sunny weather.

Temperature

In Poquoson, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). During May, Poquoson records an average temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month in Poquoson is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Poquoson, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poquoson, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 28.43" (722mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Poquoson, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Poquoson, Virginia, is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Poquoson?

The high-temperature in Poquoson during May is 72.9°F (22.7°C) and the low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Poquoson?

The most humid month in Poquoson, Virginia, is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Poquoson?

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

How much does it rain in Poquoson in May?

In Poquoson, Virginia, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Poquoson?

April through November are months without snowfall in Poquoson.

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

In Poquoson, Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Poquoson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Poquoson, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Poquoson have in May?

In Poquoson, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Poquoson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Poquoson, VA

Average temperature in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Poquoson, VA

Average pressure in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Poquoson, VA

Average wind speed in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Poquoson, VA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Poquoson, VA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Poquoson, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Poquoson, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Poquoson, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poquoson, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Poquoson, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Poquoson, VA

Average UV index in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Poquoson, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Poquoson, VA

Average visibility in May - Poquoson, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

[Resources]

Poquoson, Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location