May weather forecast
Fort Ashby, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Fort Ashby, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.9°F (21.6°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). In Fort Ashby, the average nighttime temperature during May is a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Ashby, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Fort Ashby, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In Fort Ashby, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Fort Ashby in May has an average high-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Fort Ashby?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout May, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Ashby have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Ashby have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average temperature in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°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 (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average pressure in May - Fort Ashby, 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
Fort Ashby, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average humidity in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average rainfall in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average snowfall in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Fort Ashby, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Ashby, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average UV index in May - Fort Ashby, 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
Fort Ashby, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Fort Ashby, WV

Average visibility in May - Fort Ashby, 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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