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 commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Ireland, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).Humidity
In Ireland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) 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, Ireland aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Ireland, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Average temperature in May
Ireland, 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 (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Ireland, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ireland, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Ireland, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Ireland, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.37"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Ireland, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ireland, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ireland, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ireland, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ireland, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Ireland, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ireland, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Ireland, 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).
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