May weather forecast
Valley Fork, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Valley Fork, is a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Valley Fork records a consistent low-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Valley Fork. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Valley Fork aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day 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

The average sunshine in May 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 medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Valley Fork, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Valley Fork?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Valley Fork, during May, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Valley Fork aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / 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?

The average sunshine duration in May in Valley Fork is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average temperature in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average pressure in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Valley Fork, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average humidity in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average rainfall in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Valley Fork, 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 November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average snowfall in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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
Valley Fork, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Valley Fork, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average UV index in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Valley Fork, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Valley Fork, 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 33).

Average visibility in May
Valley Fork, WV

Average visibility in May - Valley Fork, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

Valley Fork, West Virginia, USA

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