May weather forecast
Elk Garden, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Elk Garden, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

Elk Garden's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). The temperature in Elk Garden lowers to an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elk Garden, West Virginia. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk Garden. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elk Garden. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elk Garden aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Elk Garden, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Garden, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Elk Garden is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk Garden is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Elk Garden?

During May, Elk Garden experiences an average high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and a low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elk Garden?

In Elk Garden, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Elk Garden?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Elk Garden. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elk Garden?

In Elk Garden, West Virginia, in May, during 19.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elk Garden?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elk Garden, West Virginia. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Elk Garden aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Elk Garden?

The average day length in May in Elk Garden is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elk Garden?

On the first day of May in Elk Garden, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elk Garden?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elk Garden is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Elk Garden?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Elk Garden, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average temperature in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Elk Garden, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average wind speed in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average humidity in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average rainfall in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average snowfall in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elk Garden, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average UV index in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

Average cloud cover in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Elk Garden, WV

Average visibility in May - Elk Garden, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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