May weather forecast
Prospect, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Prospect, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in April to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Prospect, Virginia, falls to an average of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Prospect, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Prospect is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Prospect, Virginia, is 9.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Prospect?

In Prospect, in May, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Prospect?

In Prospect, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Prospect?

The months with the most rainfall in Prospect, Virginia, are February and May, with an average 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Prospect?

In May, in Prospect, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Prospect?

May through September are months without snowfall in Prospect, Virginia.

Does it snow in Prospect in May?

In May, in Prospect, Virginia, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Prospect, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Prospect?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prospect, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Prospect?

The average sunshine duration in May in Prospect, Virginia, is 9.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Prospect?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Prospect?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Prospect is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Prospect, VA

Average temperature in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Prospect, VA

Average pressure in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Prospect, VA

Average wind speed in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Prospect, VA

Average humidity in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Prospect, VA

Average rainfall in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Prospect, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Prospect, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Prospect, VA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prospect, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Prospect, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Prospect, VA

Average UV index in May - Prospect, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Prospect, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Prospect, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Prospect, VA

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

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

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