May weather forecast
Emmett, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Emmett, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 73°F (22.8°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

Emmett's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C). May nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In Emmett, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Emmett. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) 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, Emmett aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Emmett, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May in Emmett, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Emmett is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 73°F (22.8°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Emmett, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Emmett aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Emmett, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Emmett, WV

Average pressure in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Emmett, WV

Average wind speed in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Emmett, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Emmett, WV

Average rainfall in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Emmett, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Emmett, WV

Average snowfall in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Emmett, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Emmett, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Emmett, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Emmett, WV

Average UV index in May - Emmett, 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
Emmett, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Emmett, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Emmett, WV

Average visibility in May - Emmett, 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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