May weather forecast
Thorpe, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Thorpe, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

In Thorpe, the average high-temperature in May increases from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C). In Thorpe, the May nights cool down to an average low of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Thorpe is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Thorpe. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Thorpe. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Thorpe aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thorpe, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 20" (508mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Thorpe is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, in Thorpe, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thorpe, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Thorpe is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Thorpe in May?

In Thorpe, 72.9°F (22.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.2°F (11.2°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Thorpe?

The average relative humidity in May in Thorpe is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Thorpe?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.7 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Thorpe?

In May, in Thorpe, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Thorpe?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Thorpe aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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

In May, the average day length in Thorpe is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Thorpe?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thorpe have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Thorpe, West Virginia, is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Thorpe?

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

Average temperature in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in May
Thorpe, WV

Average pressure in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Thorpe, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Thorpe, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Thorpe, WV

Average rainfall in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Thorpe, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thorpe, WV

Average snowfall in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thorpe, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thorpe, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thorpe, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Thorpe, WV

Average UV index in May - Thorpe, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Thorpe, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Thorpe, WV

Average visibility in May - Thorpe, 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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