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
The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). In Shannondale, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C).Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are May, July and August, with an average 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shannondale aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Shannondale, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Shannondale, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Shannondale are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.5°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 (24.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.15"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Shannondale, 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
Shannondale, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Shannondale, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).
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