May weather forecast
Clarksburg, WV

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Beautiful cityscape of Clarksburg in West Virginia, with the dense tree cover and the dramatic landscape beyond
Beautiful cityscape of Clarksburg in West Virginia, with the dense tree cover and the dramatic landscape beyond

Weather in May

May signifies the unambiguous affirmation of spring in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Pools of sunlight play through the now lush greenery, and the city embraces the warmth. The showers do not hold back, contributing a generous 4.17" (106mm) to rainfall, ensuring nature thrives in all its glory. With the snow long disappeared, longer days and more sunshine hours put way to increased outdoor activities. Overall, May can be described as the bridge month, connecting spring with the approaching summer.

Temperature

May in Clarksburg sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Clarksburg usually reports an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Clarksburg. May is the last month it regularly snows in Clarksburg. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Clarksburg aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.8 snowfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Clarksburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Clarksburg is 8.8h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Clarksburg. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Clarksburg?

In Clarksburg, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.5°F (22.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Clarksburg?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Clarksburg?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Clarksburg?

In Clarksburg, during May, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Clarksburg?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Clarksburg, West Virginia. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Clarksburg aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Clarksburg, West Virginia, is 14h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Clarksburg?

On the first day of May in Clarksburg, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Clarksburg?

In Clarksburg, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Clarksburg?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Clarksburg?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Clarksburg is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average temperature in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°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 (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average pressure in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Clarksburg, WV

Average wind speed in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Clarksburg, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average rainfall in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average snowfall in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Clarksburg, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Clarksburg, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Clarksburg, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average UV index in May - Clarksburg, 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
Clarksburg, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Clarksburg, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Clarksburg, WV

Average visibility in May - Clarksburg, 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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