May weather forecast
Kirkwood, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kirkwood, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average high of 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the average temperature dips to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Kirkwood is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kirkwood. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Kirkwood aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Kirkwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kirkwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Kirkwood, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kirkwood, West Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkwood is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Kirkwood?

In May, in Kirkwood, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kirkwood?

In May, the average relative humidity in Kirkwood is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Kirkwood?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Kirkwood?

In Kirkwood, in May, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Kirkwood?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kirkwood?

On the first day of May in Kirkwood, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kirkwood?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Kirkwood is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Kirkwood?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kirkwood is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average temperature in May - Kirkwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average pressure in May - Kirkwood, 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
Kirkwood, WV

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

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

Average humidity in May
Kirkwood, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average rainfall in May - Kirkwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Kirkwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kirkwood, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kirkwood, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Kirkwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Kirkwood, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Kirkwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Kirkwood, WV

Average visibility in May - Kirkwood, 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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