May weather forecast
Lake, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lake, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average high of 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

As Lake transitions into May, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Lake experiences a substantial decline from the daytime high temperatures in May, settling on an average low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Lake, West Virginia, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lake, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Lake, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lake, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

Lake in May has an average high-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Lake is May, when the rain falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lake, in May, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Lake aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Lake?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lake, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake, WV

Average pressure in May - Lake, 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
Lake, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake, WV

Average humidity in May - Lake, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake, WV

Average rainfall in May - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake, WV

Average snowfall in May - Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Lake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Lake, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Lake, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Lake, WV

Average visibility in May - Lake, 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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