Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the nights in May, Reston observes an average low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Reston, Virginia, is 75%.Rainfall
In Reston, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Reston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Reston.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Reston is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May in Reston, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Reston, Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average May temperature in Reston?
What is the average humidity in May in Reston?
How much does it rain in Reston in May?
When it does not snow in Reston?
Does it snow in Reston in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Reston?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Reston?
How long on average sun shines in May in Reston?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Reston?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Reston?
Average temperature in May
Reston, 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 (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Reston, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Reston, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Reston, VA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Reston, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Reston, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Reston, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Reston, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Reston, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Reston, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Reston, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Reston, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Reston, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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