May weather forecast
Sovereign, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Sovereign, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average low of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Despite higher daytime temperatures, nighttime averages fall to a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Sovereign. Rain falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Sovereign. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sovereign aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sovereign, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) 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 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sovereign, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature in Sovereign during May is 75.2°F (24°C) and the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Sovereign, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Sovereign?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Sovereign, West Virginia, in May, during 20.2 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Sovereign aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sovereign?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Sovereign, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Sovereign, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sovereign, WV

Average temperature in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Sovereign, WV

Average pressure in May - Sovereign, 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
Sovereign, WV

Average wind speed in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Sovereign, WV

Average humidity in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Sovereign, WV

Average rainfall in May - Sovereign, 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
Sovereign, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sovereign, WV

Average snowfall in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sovereign, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sovereign, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sovereign, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Sovereign, WV

Average UV index in May - Sovereign, 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
Sovereign, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Sovereign, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Sovereign, WV

Average visibility in May - Sovereign, 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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