May weather forecastRocky Mount, VA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Rocky Mount, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 75°F (23.9°C).Temperature
Rocky Mount, Virginia, observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a refreshing 66.6°F (19.2°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). In Rocky Mount, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).Humidity
May is the most humid month in Rocky Mount, Virginia, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Rocky Mount, Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 17.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Rocky Mount, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Rocky Mount is 14h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rocky Mount. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 75°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Rocky Mount, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Rocky Mount, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Rocky Mount, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
