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
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) to an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C). Philippi records an average nighttime low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) 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, Philippi aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 37.36" (949mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Philippi is 14h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
In Philippi, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Philippi, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Philippi, 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
Philippi, 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 (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Philippi, 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, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Philippi, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Philippi, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Philippi, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.79"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Philippi, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Philippi, 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 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 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Philippi, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Philippi, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Philippi, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Philippi, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
Philippi, West Virginia, USA
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