May weather forecast
Evansville, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Evansville, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Evansville experiences an average nighttime temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Evansville, West Virginia. May is the last month it regularly snows in Evansville. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Evansville aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Evansville, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Evansville, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Evansville, West Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Evansville is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Evansville in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.6°F (22°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Evansville?

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

What is the rainiest month in Evansville?

The month with the most rainfall in Evansville is May, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Evansville in May?

In May, in Evansville, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Evansville?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Evansville. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Evansville aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Evansville have in May?

The average day length in May in Evansville is 14h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Evansville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Evansville, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Evansville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Evansville?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Evansville is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Evansville, WV

Average temperature in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Evansville, WV

Average pressure in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Evansville, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Evansville, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Evansville, WV

Average rainfall in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Evansville, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Evansville, WV

Average snowfall in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Evansville, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Evansville, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Evansville, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Evansville, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Evansville, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Evansville, WV

Average visibility in May - Evansville, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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