May weather forecast
Dawes, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Dawes, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.4°F (23°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Dawes's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). In Dawes, the May nights cool down to an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dawes aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Dawes, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dawes, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dawes in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73.4°F (23°C) and a low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dawes?

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

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Dawes is May, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dawes, West Virginia, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dawes. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Dawes aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawes have in May?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dawes, WV

Average temperature in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawes, WV

Average pressure in May - Dawes, 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
Dawes, WV

Average wind speed in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

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

Average humidity in May
Dawes, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawes, WV

Average rainfall in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawes, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawes, WV

Average snowfall in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawes, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawes, 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: 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
Dawes, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Dawes, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawes, WV

Average UV index in May - Dawes, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dawes, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Dawes, 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 34).

Average visibility in May
Dawes, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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