May weather forecast
Upper Leatherwood, WV

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

Upper Leatherwood's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). In May, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity 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. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Upper Leatherwood aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Upper Leatherwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Upper Leatherwood, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Upper Leatherwood, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Upper Leatherwood?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average temperature in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average pressure in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average wind speed in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average humidity in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average rainfall in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average snowfall in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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 30min).

  • 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average UV index in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average visibility in May - Upper Leatherwood, 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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