May weather forecast
Thurmond, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Thurmond, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Thurmond's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). The average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is witnessed during May.

Humidity

In Thurmond, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) 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, Thurmond aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thurmond, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Thurmond, West Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Thurmond, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Thurmond, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Thurmond, West Virginia, in May, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Thurmond is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thurmond, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Thurmond, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Thurmond, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value 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
Thurmond, WV

Average temperature in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Thurmond, WV

Average pressure in May - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Thurmond, WV

Average humidity in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Thurmond, WV

Average rainfall in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Thurmond, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Thurmond, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Thurmond, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Thurmond, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Thurmond, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Thurmond, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Thurmond, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Thurmond, WV

Average visibility in May - Thurmond, 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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