May weather forecast
Maxwelton, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maxwelton, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). During May in Maxwelton, West Virginia, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) 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, Maxwelton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Maxwelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 52 days and aggregates up to 27.8" (706mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Maxwelton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Maxwelton, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maxwelton during May are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Maxwelton, in May, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) 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, Maxwelton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maxwelton have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxwelton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Maxwelton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average temperature in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average pressure in May - Maxwelton, 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
Maxwelton, WV

Average wind speed in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average humidity in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Maxwelton, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Maxwelton, 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: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Maxwelton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Maxwelton, WV

Average visibility in May - Maxwelton, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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