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
Bolivar's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). During May, Bolivar observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Bolivar aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bolivar, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bolivar. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°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 (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Bolivar, 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
Bolivar, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Bolivar, 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
Bolivar, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bolivar, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Bolivar, 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
Bolivar, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Bolivar, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).
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