May weather forecastRice, VA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Rice, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).Temperature
Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Rice, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Rice, the average sunshine in May 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rice, 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).
Average pressure in May
Rice, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Rice, 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).
Average humidity in May
Rice, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Rice, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
Rice, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Rice, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
Rice, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rice, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 18min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Rice, 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).
Average UV index in May
Rice, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Rice, 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).
Average visibility in May
Rice, 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).





