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

Is Gainesville a good destination in May, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Gainesville generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 24°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Precipitation

Gainesville in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 259 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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 Gainesville climate page with graphs.

 

Gainesville, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 259 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 59% *  

* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (50 KM, 31 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.

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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 Gainesville, 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?

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