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 brings a slight rise in Sandstone's average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). In the month of May, Sandstone records a consistent average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sandstone aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sandstone, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Sandstone, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in May?
Average temperature in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 70.7°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 (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"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
Sandstone, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sandstone, 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 June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 10 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Sandstone, 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
Sandstone, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Sandstone, WV
- Average visibility in May: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).
Sandstone, West Virginia, USA
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