May weather forecast
Queen Shoals, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Queen Shoals, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Queen Shoals's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the month of May, the temperature in Queen Shoals falls to an average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Queen Shoals. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Queen Shoals aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Queen Shoals, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Queen Shoals, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Queen Shoals, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Queen Shoals are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Queen Shoals, in May, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Queen Shoals aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Queen Shoals have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Queen Shoals have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Queen Shoals?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average temperature in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average pressure in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Queen Shoals, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average humidity in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average rainfall in May - Queen Shoals, 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 (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average snowfall in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Queen Shoals, 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 30min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average UV index in May - Queen Shoals, 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
Queen Shoals, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Queen Shoals, 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 33).

Average visibility in May
Queen Shoals, WV

Average visibility in May - Queen Shoals, 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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