May weather forecast
Berkeley, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Berkeley, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). Berkeley reports a consistent average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) throughout May nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Berkeley, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Berkeley, there are 117.3 rainfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Berkeley, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Berkeley is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Berkeley, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Berkeley. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Berkeley in May?

In May, in Berkeley, the average high-temperature is 73.6°F (23.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Berkeley?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Berkeley?

The average relative humidity in May in Berkeley is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Berkeley?

In Berkeley, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Berkeley?

In Berkeley, West Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Berkeley in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Berkeley?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Berkeley?

On the first day of May in Berkeley, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Berkeley?

The average sunshine duration in May in Berkeley, West Virginia, is 8.7h.

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

The months with the highest UV index in Berkeley, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May in Berkeley?

In Berkeley, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Berkeley, WV

Average temperature in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Berkeley, WV

Average pressure in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Berkeley, WV

Average wind speed in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Berkeley, WV

Average humidity in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Berkeley, WV

Average rainfall in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Berkeley, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Berkeley, WV

Average snowfall in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Berkeley, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Berkeley, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Berkeley, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Berkeley, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Berkeley, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Berkeley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Berkeley, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).

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