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
May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). Sanford reports a consistent average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) throughout May nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month in Sanford, Virginia.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sanford, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Sanford is 14h and 14min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Sanford is 9.5h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sanford. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Sanford?
What is the most humid month in Sanford?
What is the average humidity in May in Sanford?
What is the driest month in Sanford?
How many days does it rain in May in Sanford?
When it does not snow in Sanford?
How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sanford?
How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Sanford?
What is the UV index reading in May in Sanford?
Average temperature in May
Sanford, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 70°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Sanford, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Sanford, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Sanford, VA
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Sanford, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.06").
Average rainfall days in May
Sanford, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sanford, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sanford, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sanford, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sanford, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Sanford, 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
Sanford, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in May
Sanford, 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).
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