May weather forecastWaynesboro, VA
May
Weather in May
May ushers in the true essence of spring in Waynesboro. Temperatures evolve upward, opening the climate to more t-shirt friendly weather especially with the high temperature peaking at 73°F (22.8°C). Simultaneously, the number of sunshine hours increases substantially. The May sky clears up more consistently, reducing the cloud density remarkably from the preceding months. However, the humidity levels spike, signalling the beginning of a more humid spell.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 52.3°F (11.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Waynesboro, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waynesboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 15min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of May, in Waynesboro, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Waynesboro, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average high temperature in May: 73°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Waynesboro, 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
Waynesboro, VA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and July (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Waynesboro, VA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Waynesboro, 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
Waynesboro, VA
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Waynesboro, VA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).
