May weather forecast
Norton, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Norton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50°F (10°C) and 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in April to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). During May, the average low-temperature is a fresh 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Norton are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Norton aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Norton, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.7 days and aggregates up to 40.24" (1022mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Norton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Norton?

In Norton, 70°F (21.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 50°F (10°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Norton?

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

What is the wettest month in Norton?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Norton in May?

In Norton, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Norton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Norton, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Norton aggregates 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Norton have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Norton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Norton?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Norton, West Virginia, is 8.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Norton?

The months with the highest UV index in Norton, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Norton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Norton, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Norton, WV

Average temperature in May - Norton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°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 (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Norton, WV

Average pressure in May - Norton, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Norton, WV

Average wind speed in May - Norton, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Norton, WV

Average humidity in May - Norton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Norton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Norton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Norton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Norton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Norton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Norton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Norton, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Norton, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Norton, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Norton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Norton, WV

Average UV index in May - Norton, 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
Norton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Norton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Norton, WV

Average visibility in May - Norton, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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