May weather forecast
Powellton, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Powellton, is a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.4°F (23°C) and an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). In the month of May, an average of 52.3°F (11.3°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Powellton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.1 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Powellton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Powellton in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Powellton, is 73.4°F (23°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Powellton?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Powellton, during May, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Powellton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Powellton have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Powellton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Powellton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Powellton, WV

Average temperature in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Powellton, WV

Average pressure in May - Powellton, 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
Powellton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Powellton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Powellton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Powellton, 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 (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Powellton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Powellton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Powellton, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Powellton, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Powellton, WV

Average UV index in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Powellton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Powellton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Powellton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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