May weather forecast
Archer, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Archer, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Archer, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) 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, Archer aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Archer, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Archer, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Archer, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Archer, the average high-temperature is 72.5°F (22.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout May, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Archer. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Archer aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Archer have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Archer is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Archer?

In Archer, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Archer, WV

Average temperature in May - Archer, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Archer, WV

Average pressure in May - Archer, 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
Archer, WV

Average wind speed in May - Archer, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Archer, WV

Average humidity in May - Archer, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Archer, WV

Average rainfall in May - Archer, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Archer, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Archer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Archer, WV

Average snowfall in May - Archer, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Archer, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Archer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Archer, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Archer, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Archer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Archer, WV

Average UV index in May - Archer, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Archer, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Archer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Archer, WV

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

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

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