May weather forecast
Anderson, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Anderson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.8°F (9.9°C) and max 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). In Anderson, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Anderson is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.6 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Anderson, West Virginia. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Anderson aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Anderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Anderson, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Anderson, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Anderson?

The high-temperature in Anderson during May is 69.3°F (20.7°C) and the low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Anderson?

In May, the average relative humidity in Anderson is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Anderson?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Anderson in May?

In May, in Anderson, West Virginia, the rain falls for 21.6 days. Throughout May, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Anderson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Anderson. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Anderson aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Anderson have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Anderson?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Anderson?

In Anderson, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Anderson?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Anderson?

In Anderson, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in May
Anderson, WV

Average temperature in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Anderson, WV

Average pressure in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Anderson, WV

Average wind speed in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Anderson, WV

Average humidity in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Anderson, WV

Average rainfall in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Anderson, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Anderson, WV

Average snowfall in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Anderson, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Anderson, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Anderson, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in May
Anderson, WV

Average UV index in May - Anderson, WV
  • 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Anderson, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Anderson, WV

Average visibility in May - Anderson, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).

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