Newport News in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
11Rainy days (94 mm)
13:59 hDaylight
06:03Sunrise · 20:01 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 1°C | 87 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.7 |
| February | 11°C | 2°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
| March | 15°C | 5°C | 100 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 21°C | 11°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 25°C | 16°C | 94 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 29°C | 21°C | 96 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 116 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 30°C | 22°C | 111 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 115 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| October | 22°C | 13°C | 96 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| November | 16°C | 7°C | 85 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 12°C | 3°C | 89 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Newport News in May?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Newport News?
The best months are October, April, May, September.