May weather forecast
Prince, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Prince, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Prince observes an average nighttime temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Prince aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Prince, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 40.55" (1030mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Prince, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Prince in May has an average high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Prince?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Prince, West Virginia, in May, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Prince aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prince have in May?

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

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 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Prince, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Prince, WV

Average temperature in May - Prince, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Prince, 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
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Average wind speed in May - Prince, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Prince, 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
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Average rainfall days in May - Prince, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
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Average snowfall in May - Prince, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
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Average snowfall days in May - Prince, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prince, 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: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Prince, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Prince, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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

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

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