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 start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). An average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) is noted during the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) 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, Thornton aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thornton, West Virginia, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Thornton, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
In Thornton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Thornton in May?
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What is the average length of the day in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Thornton, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Thornton, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Thornton, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Thornton, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Thornton, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Thornton, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thornton, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Thornton, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thornton, 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 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 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Thornton, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Thornton, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Thornton, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Thornton, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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