Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Beckley's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Throughout the month of May, Beckley sees a steady low-temperature average of 51.1°F (10.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Beckley, West Virginia. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Beckley aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.On the first day of May in Beckley, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Beckley, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Beckley, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Beckley, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Beckley, WV
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Beckley, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Beckley, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Beckley, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Beckley, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Beckley, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Beckley, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).
Average UV index in May
Beckley, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Beckley, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Beckley, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
Beckley, West Virginia, USA
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