May weather forecast
Bethlehem, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Bethlehem, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Bethlehem's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). Bethlehem registers a consistent average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bethlehem?

In Bethlehem, in May, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow 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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethlehem have in May?

In Bethlehem, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bethlehem?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average temperature in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average pressure in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Bethlehem, WV

Average wind speed in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethlehem, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethlehem, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethlehem, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethlehem, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bethlehem, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Bethlehem, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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