May weather forecast
Wayside, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Wayside, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70°F (21.1°C) and an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C). In Wayside, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Wayside, West Virginia. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) 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, Wayside aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Wayside is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wayside, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Wayside?

The high-temperature during May is 70°F (21.1°C) and the low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wayside?

In Wayside, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Wayside?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Wayside. Rain falls for 22.2 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Wayside?

In Wayside, West Virginia, in May, during 22.2 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Wayside?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Wayside aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wayside have in May?

In Wayside, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wayside?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wayside?

In Wayside, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Wayside?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in Wayside?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Wayside, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Wayside, WV

Average temperature in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Wayside, WV

Average pressure in May - Wayside, 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
Wayside, WV

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

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 (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Wayside, WV

Average humidity in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Wayside, WV

Average rainfall in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Wayside, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wayside, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wayside, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wayside, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Wayside, WV

Average UV index in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Wayside, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Wayside, WV

Average visibility in May - Wayside, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September and October (4mi).

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