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
In Richard, the average high-temperature in May increases from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In May, the average low-temperature records at a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) during the nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Richard aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Richard, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Richard, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:40 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Average temperature in May
Richard, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Richard, 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
Richard, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Richard, 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 July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Richard, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Richard, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Richard, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Richard, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Richard, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Richard, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Richard, WV
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Richard, 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
Richard, 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).
Richard, West Virginia, USA
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