May weather forecast
Bowles, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Bowles, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and an average high of 76.3°F (24.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Bowles experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). Bowles anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during May nights, with an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bowles, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bowles, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Bowles in May has an average high-temperature of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Bowles?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Bowles, in May, during 20 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bowles have in May?

In Bowles, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bowles?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bowles, WV

Average temperature in May - Bowles, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Bowles, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bowles, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Bowles, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Bowles, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bowles, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Bowles, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bowles, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bowles, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bowles, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bowles, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bowles, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in May
Bowles, WV

Average UV index in May - Bowles, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bowles, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bowles, 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 33).

Average visibility in May
Bowles, WV

Average visibility in May - Bowles, 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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