May weather forecast
Shady Spring, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Shady Spring, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout May, Shady Spring witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Shady Spring. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shady Spring. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Shady Spring aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 40.55" (1030mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shady Spring, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in May transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. 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. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shady Spring in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Shady Spring, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shady Spring, during May, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shady Spring?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shady Spring. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Shady Spring aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Shady Spring, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Shady Spring, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average temperature in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average pressure in May - Shady Spring, 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
Shady Spring, WV

Average wind speed in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average humidity in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall in May - Shady Spring, 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 (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shady Spring, 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 July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average UV index in May - Shady Spring, 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
Shady Spring, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Shady Spring, WV

Average visibility in May - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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