May weather forecast
Capels, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Capels, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.2°F (11.2°C) and max 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Capels's average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) is recorded in Capels, West Virginia, during the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Capels is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Capels. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Capels aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Capels, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Capels, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Capels, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Capels is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Capels in May?

May temperatures in Capels, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Capels?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Capels?

The month with the most rainfall in Capels is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Capels in May?

In Capels, West Virginia, in May, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Capels?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Capels. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Capels aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Capels?

In May, the average day length in Capels, West Virginia, is 14h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Capels?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Capels, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Capels?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Capels, West Virginia, is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Capels?

In Capels, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Capels, WV

Average temperature in May - Capels, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Capels, WV

Average pressure in May - Capels, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Capels, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Capels, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Capels, WV

Average rainfall in May - Capels, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Capels, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Capels, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Capels, WV

Average snowfall in May - Capels, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Capels, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Capels, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Capels, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Capels, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Capels, WV

Average UV index in May - Capels, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Capels, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Capels, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Capels, WV

Average visibility in May - Capels, 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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