May weather forecast
West Jefferson, NC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in West Jefferson, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

As West Jefferson welcomes May, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). The low-temperature average for West Jefferson during May stands at a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In West Jefferson, in May, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Jefferson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In West Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.9 days and aggregates up to 14.37" (365mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Jefferson, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in West Jefferson are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, West Jefferson experiences an average high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In West Jefferson, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Jefferson aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In West Jefferson, the average day length in May is 14h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Jefferson have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average temperature in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average pressure in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average wind speed in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average humidity in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall days in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall days in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average sunshine days in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average UV index in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average cloud cover in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
West Jefferson, NC

Average visibility in May - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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