May weather forecastWakefield, VA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Wakefield, Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.6°F (14.8°C) and max 76.5°F (24.7°C).Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) to a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout May, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 10min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:21 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. 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
Wakefield, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Wakefield, 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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Wakefield, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (5mi).
