May weather forecast
Ridgeview, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Ridgeview, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Ridgeview reports a steady low-temperature average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ridgeview, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Ridgeview, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 20.6 days. Throughout May, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Ridgeview, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgeview have in May?

In Ridgeview, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ridgeview, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average pressure in May - Ridgeview, 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
Ridgeview, WV

Average wind speed in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

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

Average humidity in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average humidity in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

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

Average rainfall in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average rainfall in May - Ridgeview, 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 (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average snowfall in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridgeview, 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
Ridgeview, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Ridgeview, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average UV index in May - Ridgeview, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Ridgeview, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Ridgeview, 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
Ridgeview, WV

Average visibility in May - Ridgeview, 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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