May weather forecast
The Orchard, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in The Orchard, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.7°F (10.4°C) and max 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout May, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, The Orchard aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In The Orchard, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In The Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in The Orchard?

In May, in The Orchard, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In The Orchard, during May, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, The Orchard aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in The Orchard?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does The Orchard have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in The Orchard?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
The Orchard, WV

Average temperature in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
The Orchard, WV

Average pressure in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
The Orchard, WV

Average wind speed in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
The Orchard, WV

Average humidity in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
The Orchard, WV

Average rainfall in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in May
The Orchard, WV

Average rainfall days in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
The Orchard, WV

Average snowfall in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
The Orchard, WV

Average snowfall days in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
The Orchard, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
The Orchard, WV

Average sunshine days in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
The Orchard, WV

Average UV index in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
The Orchard, WV

Average cloud cover in May - The Orchard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
The Orchard, WV

Average visibility in May - The Orchard, 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 and February (4mi).

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