May weather forecast
Hensley, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Hensley, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

As Hensley transitions into May, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). In Hensley, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

In Hensley, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Hensley. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Hensley aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Hensley, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 20" (508mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hensley, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Hensley?

The high-temperature during May is 72.9°F (22.7°C) and the low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hensley?

The average relative humidity in May in Hensley is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Hensley?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Hensley, West Virginia. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Hensley?

In May, in Hensley, West Virginia, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hensley?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Hensley. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Hensley aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Hensley?

The average day length in May in Hensley is 14h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Hensley?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hensley, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hensley have in May?

In Hensley, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Hensley?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hensley, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hensley, WV

Average temperature in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Hensley, WV

Average pressure in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hensley, WV

Average wind speed in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hensley, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Hensley, WV

Average rainfall in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Hensley, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hensley, WV

Average snowfall in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hensley, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hensley, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hensley, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Hensley, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hensley, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Hensley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Hensley, WV

Average visibility in May - Hensley, 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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