May weather forecast
Madison, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Madison, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Madison sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). In the month of May, the average low-temperature usually rests at a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Madison. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Madison, West Virginia, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Madison is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, in Madison, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Madison?

The high-temperature, in May, in Madison, records 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Madison?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Madison?

The month with the most rainfall in Madison, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Madison?

In Madison, in May, during 20.6 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Madison?

May through September are months without snowfall in Madison, West Virginia.

Does it snow in Madison in May?

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

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

In Madison, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Madison?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in May?

In Madison, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Madison?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madison is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Madison, WV

Average temperature in May - Madison, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Madison, WV

Average pressure in May - Madison, 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
Madison, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Madison, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Madison, WV

Average rainfall in May - Madison, 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 (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Madison, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Madison, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Madison, WV

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Madison, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Madison, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Madison, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Madison, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Madison, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Madison, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Madison, WV

Average visibility in May - Madison, 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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