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Hampton, VA Weather on May 16
May 16th in Hampton, VA typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 58°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 16th was in 2013 (82°F average), while the coldest was 2022 (47°F) — a 35°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 36% of May 16th dates historically, with the wettest May 16th recording 8.46" of rain. The last decade has been 2.1°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 16
Planning for May 16th in Hampton, VA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 16 Weather Records for Hampton
- •The all-time record high for May 16th in Hampton, VA is 91°F, set in 2013.
- •The coldest May 16th on record dropped to 8°F in 2022.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 16th in 2 of the last 55 years.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on May 16th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 16th was 6°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 16 ever in Hampton?
The warmest May 16 in Hampton, VA reached 91°F in 2013. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 77°F.
What was the coldest May 16 ever in Hampton?
The coldest May 16 in Hampton, VA dropped to 8°F in 2022. That is 50°F below the long-term average low of 58°F.
What is the average temperature on May 16 in Hampton?
On May 16, Hampton averages a high of 77°F and a low of 58°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from HAMPTON UNIV.
How many years of weather data are available for May 16 in Hampton?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 16 in Hampton, VA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 16 Weather History in Hampton
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90°F | 70°F | -- | -- |
| 2024 | 80°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 61°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2022 | 86°F | 8°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 2021 | 72°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 85°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 78°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 82°F | 72°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2017 | 83°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 71°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 76°F | 64°F | 8.46" | -- |
| 2013 | 91°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 79°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 2011 | 79°F | 63°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2010 | 77°F | 60°F | 0.89" | -- |
| 2009 | 81°F | 68°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2008 | 81°F | 62°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 2007 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 72°F | 53°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2005 | 77°F | 63°F | 3.66" | -- |
| 2004 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 75°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 79°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 64°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 72°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 68°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 86°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 68°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 68°F | 57°F | 2.57" | -- |
| 1995 | 71°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 80°F | 62°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1993 | 85°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 70°F | 58°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 1991 | 78°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 71°F | 57°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1988 | 77°F | 61°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1987 | 68°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 73°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 61°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 77°F | 51°F | 1.7" | -- |
| 1982 | 81°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 72°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 73°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 66°F | 57°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1977 | 74°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 81°F | 71°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1975 | 79°F | 64°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1974 | 87°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 66°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 78°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 52°F | 3.02" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: HAMPTON UNIV
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Hampton, VA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.