May Weather in Williamsburg

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Williamsburg, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (52°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (79°F), while lows may dip to -3°C (27°F). Typically, the humidity level in Williamsburg throughout May hovers around 66%.

-3°C (27°F)

Minimum temperature

11°C (52°F)

Average temperature

26°C (79°F)

Maximum temperature

66%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Williamsburg averages 74 mm (2.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 16 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

74 mm (2.9 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Williamsburg reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 5 7 10 12 12 11 9 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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