Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.7 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) 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, Pentress aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pentress, there are 56.4 snowfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Pentress, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Pentress, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pentress, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Pentress, 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 April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Pentress, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Pentress, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pentress, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pentress, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pentress, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pentress, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Pentress, WV
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Pentress, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Pentress, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
Pentress, West Virginia, USA
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