May weather forecast
Catawba, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Catawba, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Catawba dips to a steady average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In Catawba, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Catawba. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Catawba are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Catawba, West Virginia. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Catawba aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Catawba, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Catawba, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Catawba?

In Catawba, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Catawba?

In May, the average relative humidity in Catawba, West Virginia, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Catawba?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Catawba. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Catawba in May?

In Catawba, during May, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Catawba?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Catawba. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Catawba aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Catawba have in May?

In Catawba, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Catawba?

On the first day of May in Catawba, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Catawba?

In Catawba, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Catawba?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Catawba, West Virginia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Catawba, WV

Average temperature in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Catawba, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Catawba, WV

Average wind speed in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Catawba, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Catawba, WV

Average rainfall in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Catawba, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Catawba, WV

Average snowfall in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Catawba, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Catawba, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Catawba, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Catawba, WV

Average UV index in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Catawba, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Catawba, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Catawba, WV

Average visibility in May - Catawba, 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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