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
May sees a temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). Saltpetre records an average nighttime low of 55°F (12.8°C) in May.Humidity
In Saltpetre, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 19.1 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saltpetre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall in Saltpetre.Daylight
In Saltpetre, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 15min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
When it does not snow in Saltpetre?
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When are sunrise and sunset in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Saltpetre have in May?
When is the highest UV index?
How high is the UV index in May in Saltpetre?
Average temperature in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Saltpetre, 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
Saltpetre, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Saltpetre, 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
Saltpetre, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Saltpetre, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).
Saltpetre, West Virginia, USA
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