May weather forecast
New Era, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in New Era, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 75°F (23.9°C) and min 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

New Era in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). New Era's temperature drops to an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, New Era aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In New Era, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in New Era. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, New Era experiences an average high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout May, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, New Era aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Era have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Era?

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

Average temperature in May
New Era, WV

Average temperature in May - New Era, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
New Era, WV

Average pressure in May - New Era, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
New Era, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
New Era, WV

Average humidity in May - New Era, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
New Era, WV

Average rainfall in May - New Era, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
New Era, WV

Average rainfall days in May - New Era, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
New Era, WV

Average snowfall in May - New Era, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in May
New Era, WV

Average snowfall days in May - New Era, 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
New Era, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Era, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
New Era, WV

Average sunshine days in May - New Era, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
New Era, WV

Average UV index in May - New Era, 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
New Era, WV

Average cloud cover in May - New Era, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

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
New Era, WV

Average visibility in May - New Era, 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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