Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The beginning of May marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Handley cools down to an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) throughout 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 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Handley aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.1 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, in Handley, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In Handley, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Average temperature in May
Handley, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Handley, 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
Handley, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Handley, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Handley, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Handley, 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 November (12.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Handley, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Handley, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Handley, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Handley, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Handley, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Handley, 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 34).
Average visibility in May
Handley, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
Handley, West Virginia, USA
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