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Tappahannock Weather in May

May in Tappahannock averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 92 mm (3.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Tappahannock in May

Expect around 12 days of rain based on historical data, with 92 mm (3.6 in) average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Tappahannock in May

Tappahannock in May has perfect weather. Days reach 26°C (79°F) and nights cool to 14°C (57°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Tappahannock in May

There are approximately 289 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Tappahannock Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 92 mm (3.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 289 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65% *  
* Data from: Richmond, the United States of America (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Tappahannock in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Tappahannock in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Tappahannock in May

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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