May weather forecast
Cool Ridge, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Cool Ridge, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

In Cool Ridge, the average high-temperature in May increases from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Throughout May, Cool Ridge's nights cool down to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cool Ridge aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.2" (1021mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cool Ridge, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cool Ridge aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cool Ridge have in May?

In Cool Ridge, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cool Ridge have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average temperature in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average pressure in May - Cool Ridge, 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
Cool Ridge, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average humidity in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average rainfall in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cool Ridge, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average UV index in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Cool Ridge, WV

Average visibility in May - Cool Ridge, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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