May weather forecast
Fosterville, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fosterville, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). In May, Fosterville encounters an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fosterville. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fosterville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Fosterville is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of May in Fosterville, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Fosterville, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fosterville are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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 Fosterville?

The high-temperature, in May, in Fosterville, records 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fosterville?

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

What is the rainiest month in Fosterville?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Fosterville, West Virginia. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Fosterville?

In May, in Fosterville, West Virginia, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout May, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fosterville?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fosterville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fosterville have in May?

The average day length in May in Fosterville, West Virginia, is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fosterville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fosterville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Fosterville is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Fosterville?

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Fosterville?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fosterville, WV

Average temperature in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Fosterville, WV

Average pressure in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Fosterville, WV

Average wind speed in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Fosterville, WV

Average humidity in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Fosterville, WV

Average rainfall in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Fosterville, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fosterville, WV

Average snowfall in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fosterville, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fosterville, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Fosterville, WV

Average UV index in May - Fosterville, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Fosterville, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Fosterville, WV

Average visibility in May - Fosterville, 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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