May weather forecast
Cornelia, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cornelia, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the nights in May, Cornelia experiences an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Cornelia aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Cornelia, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cornelia, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cornelia, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. 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. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Cornelia, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cornelia, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 23.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cornelia have in May?

In Cornelia, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Cornelia, the average daily maximum UV index in May 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
Cornelia, WV

Average temperature in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°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 (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Cornelia, WV

Average pressure in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cornelia, WV

Average wind speed in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

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

Average humidity in May
Cornelia, WV

Average humidity in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Cornelia, WV

Average rainfall in May - Cornelia, 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 (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Cornelia, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cornelia, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cornelia, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cornelia, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Cornelia, WV

Average UV index in May - Cornelia, 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
Cornelia, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Cornelia, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Cornelia, WV

Average visibility in May - Cornelia, 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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