May weather forecast
Wellsburg, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Wellsburg, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). The average temperature during May nights is registered at a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wellsburg, West Virginia, in May, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wellsburg, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.9 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

In Wellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature during May is 72.3°F (22.4°C) and the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wellsburg, in May, during 20.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Wellsburg, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wellsburg have in May?

In Wellsburg, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Wellsburg, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average temperature in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average pressure in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average wind speed in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Wellsburg, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average rainfall in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average snowfall in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wellsburg, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Wellsburg, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Wellsburg, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Wellsburg, WV

Average visibility in May - Wellsburg, 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 and February (4mi).

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