May weather forecast
Hico, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Hico, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Hico's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout the month of May, Hico observes an average nighttime temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Hico. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Hico aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Hico, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Hico, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Hico, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

Hico in May has an average high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Hico, in May, it is raining for 20.4 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Hico aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hico have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hico, WV

Average temperature in May - Hico, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Hico, WV

Average pressure in May - Hico, 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
Hico, WV

Average wind speed in May - Hico, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Hico, WV

Average humidity in May - Hico, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Hico, WV

Average rainfall in May - Hico, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Hico, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Hico, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hico, WV

Average snowfall in May - Hico, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hico, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hico, 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: 8h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hico, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Hico, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Hico, WV

Average UV index in May - Hico, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Hico, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Hico, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Hico, WV

Average visibility in May - Hico, 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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