May weather forecast
Orville, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Orville, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average high of 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). Orville logs a considerable temperature decrease from the daytime highs during the nights in May, with an average reading of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Orville aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Orville?

In Orville, in May, the average high-temperature is 75.2°F (24°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Orville, in May, during 20.2 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Orville aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orville have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Orville, WV

Average temperature in May - Orville, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Orville, WV

Average pressure in May - Orville, 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
Orville, WV

Average wind speed in May - Orville, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Orville, WV

Average humidity in May - Orville, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Orville, WV

Average rainfall in May - Orville, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Orville, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Orville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orville, WV

Average snowfall in May - Orville, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orville, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Orville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orville, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orville, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Orville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Orville, WV

Average UV index in May - Orville, 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
Orville, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Orville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Orville, WV

Average visibility in May - Orville, 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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