May weather forecast
Saunders, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Saunders, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 52°F (11.1°C) and max 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) to an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Saunders witnesses an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In Saunders, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) 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, Saunders aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Saunders, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.3 days and aggregates up to 8.66" (220mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Saunders, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Saunders?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Saunders, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Saunders aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Saunders?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saunders have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Saunders, WV

Average temperature in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Saunders, WV

Average pressure in May - Saunders, 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
Saunders, WV

Average wind speed in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Saunders, WV

Average humidity in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Saunders, WV

Average rainfall in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Saunders, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Saunders, WV

Average snowfall in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Saunders, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saunders, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Saunders, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Saunders, WV

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

Average cloud cover in May
Saunders, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Saunders, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Saunders, WV

Average visibility in May - Saunders, 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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