May weather forecast
Nimitz, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Nimitz, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Nimitz's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). During May, Nimitz witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Nimitz, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Nimitz are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Nimitz. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Nimitz aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Nimitz, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

In Nimitz, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Nimitz?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Nimitz?

The average relative humidity in May in Nimitz is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Nimitz?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Nimitz. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Nimitz in May?

In Nimitz, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Nimitz?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Nimitz aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Nimitz, West Virginia, is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Nimitz?

On the first day of May in Nimitz, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nimitz?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Nimitz is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Nimitz?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nimitz is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Nimitz, WV

Average temperature in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Nimitz, WV

Average pressure in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"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
Nimitz, WV

Average wind speed in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Nimitz, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Nimitz, WV

Average rainfall in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in May
Nimitz, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nimitz, WV

Average snowfall in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nimitz, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nimitz, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nimitz, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in May
Nimitz, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Nimitz, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Nimitz, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Nimitz, WV

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

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

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