May weather forecast
Matewan, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Matewan, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C) and an average low of 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Matewan notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and May, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Matewan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Matewan, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Matewan, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Matewan?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Matewan, is 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.27" (83mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in May?

In Matewan, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Matewan aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Matewan have in May?

In May, the average day length in Matewan is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Matewan have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Matewan, WV

Average temperature in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Matewan, WV

Average pressure in May - Matewan, 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
Matewan, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Matewan, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Matewan, WV

Average rainfall in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Matewan, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Matewan, WV

Average snowfall in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Matewan, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Matewan, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Matewan, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in May - Matewan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Matewan, WV

Average visibility in May - Matewan, 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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