May weather forecast
Danville, WV

Share

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Danville, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Danville, West Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Danville, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Danville, is 74.8°F (23.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Danville, in May, during 20.6 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Danville, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Danville have in May?

In Danville, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Danville, WV

Average temperature in May - Danville, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Danville, WV

Average pressure in May - Danville, 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
Danville, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Danville, WV

Average humidity in May - Danville, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Danville, WV

Average rainfall in May - Danville, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Danville, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Danville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Danville, WV

Average snowfall in May - Danville, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Danville, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Danville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Danville, 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: 9h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Danville, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Danville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Danville, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Danville, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Danville, WV

Average visibility in May - Danville, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

Danville, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location