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 shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). In May, Tipton experiences a temperature dip to an average of 51.4°F (10.8°C) at night.Humidity
In Tipton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Tipton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Tipton aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Tipton, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May in Tipton, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Tipton, West Virginia, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Tipton, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°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 (23.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Tipton, 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
Tipton, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Tipton, WV
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Tipton, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.21"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in May
Tipton, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 23.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Tipton, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Tipton, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tipton, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
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 5min
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
Tipton, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Tipton, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Tipton, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Tipton, 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).
Tipton, West Virginia, USA
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