May weather forecast
Hernshaw, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Hernshaw, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 54°F (12.2°C) and max 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Hernshaw's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Hernshaw witnesses an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hernshaw. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hernshaw aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Hernshaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hernshaw, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Hernshaw, 74.8°F (23.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 54°F (12.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Hernshaw, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hernshaw have in May?

In Hernshaw, the average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hernshaw, WV

Average temperature in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average pressure in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average wind speed in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average humidity in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average rainfall in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average snowfall in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average UV index in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Hernshaw, 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
Hernshaw, WV

Average visibility in May - Hernshaw, 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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