May weather forecast
Oakvale, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Oakvale, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.6°F (22°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

The start of May is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Oakvale observes a dramatic plunge from daytime highs in May, settling at an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Oakvale is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) 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, Oakvale aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oakvale, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Oakvale, West Virginia, is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Oakvale is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oakvale in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Oakvale, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50°F (10°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oakvale?

In Oakvale, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Oakvale?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oakvale in May?

In Oakvale, West Virginia, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Oakvale?

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

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

In May, the average day length in Oakvale is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Oakvale?

On the first day of May in Oakvale, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakvale have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Oakvale is 9.1h.

How high is the UV index in May in Oakvale?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakvale, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Oakvale, WV

Average temperature in May - Oakvale, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Oakvale, WV

Average pressure in May - Oakvale, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oakvale, WV

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

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
Oakvale, WV

Average humidity in May - Oakvale, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Oakvale, WV

Average rainfall in May - Oakvale, 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
Oakvale, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Oakvale, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oakvale, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oakvale, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oakvale, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Oakvale, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Oakvale, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Oakvale, WV

Average UV index in May - Oakvale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Oakvale, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Oakvale, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Oakvale, WV

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

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

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