May weather forecast
Upton, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Upton, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Upton's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). Upton sees an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) during May.

Humidity

In Upton, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Upton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Upton, in May, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Upton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Upton have in May?

In Upton, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Upton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Upton, WV

Average temperature in May - Upton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Upton, WV

Average pressure in May - Upton, 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
Upton, WV

Average wind speed in May - Upton, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Upton, WV

Average humidity in May - Upton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Upton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Upton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Upton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Upton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Upton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Upton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Upton, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Upton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Upton, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Upton, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Upton, WV

Average UV index in May - Upton, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May and 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
Upton, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Upton, WV

Average visibility in May - Upton, 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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