May weather forecast
Bristol, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Bristol, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in April to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). Bristol in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bristol. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bristol aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 29.41" (747mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bristol is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May in Bristol, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bristol, West Virginia. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bristol in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bristol, is 73°F (22.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bristol?

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

What is the rainiest month in Bristol?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bristol?

In Bristol, in May, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 4.57" (116mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bristol?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bristol. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bristol aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in May?

In Bristol, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bristol?

On the first day of May in Bristol, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bristol, West Virginia, is 8.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Bristol?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bristol is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Bristol, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in May
Bristol, WV

Average pressure in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bristol, WV

Average wind speed in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Bristol, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Bristol, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bristol, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bristol, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Bristol, WV

Average UV index in May - Bristol, 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
Bristol, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bristol, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
Bristol, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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