May Weather in Richmond

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Richmond, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 9°C (49°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to -5°C (23°F). Typically, the humidity level in Richmond throughout May hovers around 62%.

-5°C (23°F)

Minimum temperature

9°C (49°F)

Average temperature

24°C (76°F)

Maximum temperature

62%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Richmond averages 66 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 55 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 50% probability of sunny days during this period.

66 mm (2.6 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 55 minutes

Sunshine hours

50%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Richmond reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, 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 3 5 8 10 11 11 9 7 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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