May weather forecast
Bolt, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bolt, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73°F (22.8°C) and min 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Throughout May, Bolt's nights cool down to an average of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bolt aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Bolt, in May, the average high-temperature is 73°F (22.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bolt?

In Bolt, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bolt aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bolt have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bolt, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bolt have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bolt is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bolt, WV

Average temperature in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Bolt, WV

Average pressure in May - Bolt, 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
Bolt, WV

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

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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Bolt, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Bolt, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Bolt, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bolt, WV

Average snowfall in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bolt, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bolt, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bolt, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Bolt, WV

Average UV index in May - Bolt, 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
Bolt, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bolt, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Bolt, WV

Average visibility in May - Bolt, 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, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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