May weather forecast
Varner, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Varner, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 75°F (23.9°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). In May, Varner records an average nighttime temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Varner aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Varner, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Varner is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Varner, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 75°F (23.9°C) and a low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Varner, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Varner, in May, during 19.4 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Varner. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Varner aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Varner have in May?

In Varner, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Varner have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Varner?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Varner, WV

Average temperature in May - Varner, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Varner, WV

Average pressure in May - Varner, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Varner, WV

Average wind speed in May - Varner, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Varner, WV

Average humidity in May - Varner, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Varner, WV

Average rainfall in May - Varner, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Varner, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Varner, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Varner, WV

Average snowfall in May - Varner, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Varner, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Varner, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Varner, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Varner, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Varner, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Varner, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Varner, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Varner, WV

Average visibility in May - Varner, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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