May weather forecast
Margaret, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Margaret, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Margaret sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Margaret experiences an average nighttime temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Margaret are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Margaret aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Margaret, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Margaret, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May 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 May, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Margaret, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.5°F (22.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Margaret, during May, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Margaret have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and 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 many hours of sunshine does Margaret have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

When is 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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Margaret, WV

Average temperature in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average pressure in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average wind speed in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average humidity in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average rainfall in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average snowfall in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average UV index in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Margaret, 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
Margaret, WV

Average visibility in May - Margaret, 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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