May weather forecast
Leon, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Leon, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

Leon's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). During May nights, Leon witnesses a consistent average temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Leon, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Leon, is 75.7°F (24.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Leon?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Leon, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Leon, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leon have in May?

In Leon, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Leon, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Leon, WV

Average temperature in May - Leon, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Leon, WV

Average pressure in May - Leon, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Leon, WV

Average wind speed in May - Leon, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Leon, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Leon, WV

Average rainfall in May - Leon, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Leon, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Leon, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Leon, WV

Average snowfall in May - Leon, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Leon, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Leon, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Leon, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Leon, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Leon, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Leon, WV

Average UV index in May - Leon, 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
Leon, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Leon, WV

Average visibility in May - Leon, 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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