May weather forecast
Elbert, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elbert, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average low of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Elbert's weather sees a temperature rise, transitioning from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). Elbert's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Elbert is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elbert aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elbert, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Elbert, West Virginia, is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Elbert, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.2°F (11.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Elbert is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elbert, during May, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elbert have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Elbert, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elbert, WV

Average temperature in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Elbert, WV

Average pressure in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elbert, WV

Average wind speed in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

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

Average humidity in May
Elbert, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Elbert, WV

Average rainfall in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Elbert, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elbert, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elbert, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elbert, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Elbert, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Elbert, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Elbert, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Elbert, WV

Average visibility in May - Elbert, 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).

Elbert, West Virginia, USA

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