May weather forecast
Crichton, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Crichton, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average high of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

An escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). Crichton's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Crichton is May, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Crichton, West Virginia. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Crichton aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Crichton, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May in Crichton, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Crichton?

The high-temperature, in May, in Crichton, is 69.3°F (20.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Crichton?

In Crichton, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

What is the rainiest month in Crichton?

The month with the most rainfall in Crichton, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Crichton in May?

In Crichton, in May, during 21.9 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Crichton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Crichton, West Virginia. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Crichton aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Crichton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Crichton have in May?

In Crichton, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

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

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Crichton.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Crichton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Crichton is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Crichton, WV

Average temperature in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Crichton, WV

Average pressure in May - Crichton, 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
Crichton, WV

Average wind speed in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

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
Crichton, WV

Average humidity in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Crichton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Crichton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Crichton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Crichton, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Crichton, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Crichton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Crichton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Crichton, WV

Average visibility in May - Crichton, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

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

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