May weather forecast
Elkhorn, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Elkhorn, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Elkhorn, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elkhorn?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest 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 Elkhorn, in May, during 19.7 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkhorn have in May?

In Elkhorn, the average day length in May is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Elkhorn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average temperature in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average pressure in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average wind speed in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average humidity in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average rainfall in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average snowfall in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average UV index in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Elkhorn, 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
Elkhorn, WV

Average visibility in May - Elkhorn, 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).

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