Arlington weather in May (Virginia, United States of America)

Is May a good time to explore Arlington weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Arlington typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 24°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Arlington in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 259 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arlington climate page with graphs.

 

Arlington, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 259 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 59% *  

Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Arlington, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Arlington.

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