May weather forecast
Despard, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Despard, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.5°F (22.5°C) and min 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

As Despard transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Despard, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Despard. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Despard aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Despard, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.8 days and aggregates up to 28.9" (734mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in Despard, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Despard are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Despard in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Despard, records 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the low-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Despard?

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

What is the rainiest month in Despard?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Despard in May?

In Despard, West Virginia, in May, during 20.4 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Despard?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Despard. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Despard aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Despard have in May?

In Despard, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Despard?

On the first day of May in Despard, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Despard have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Despard is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Despard?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Despard, West Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in May in Despard?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Despard is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Despard, WV

Average temperature in May - Despard, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Despard, WV

Average pressure in May - Despard, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Despard, WV

Average wind speed in May - Despard, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

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

Average humidity in May
Despard, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Despard, WV

Average rainfall in May - Despard, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Despard, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Despard, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Despard, WV

Average snowfall in May - Despard, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Despard, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Despard, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Despard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Despard, WV

Average UV index in May - Despard, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Despard, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Despard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Despard, WV

Average visibility in May - Despard, 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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