May weather forecast
Elizabeth, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elizabeth, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Elizabeth throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elizabeth, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Elizabeth experiences an average high-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and a low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Elizabeth, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Elizabeth, in May, during 19 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) 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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabeth have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Elizabeth, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average temperature in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average pressure in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Elizabeth, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Elizabeth, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average rainfall in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elizabeth, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elizabeth, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Elizabeth, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Elizabeth, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Elizabeth, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Elizabeth, WV

Average visibility in May - Elizabeth, 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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