May weather forecast
Joetown, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Joetown, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.6°F (10.9°C) and max 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

As Joetown transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Joetown, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In Joetown, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) 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, Joetown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Joetown, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Joetown, West Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures in Joetown vary between a high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Joetown, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Joetown, in May, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Joetown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Joetown, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Joetown, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Joetown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Joetown, WV

Average temperature in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Joetown, WV

Average pressure in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Joetown, WV

Average wind speed in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Joetown, WV

Average humidity in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Joetown, WV

Average rainfall in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Joetown, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Joetown, WV

Average snowfall in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Joetown, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Joetown, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Joetown, WV

Average UV index in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Joetown, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Joetown, WV

Average visibility in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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