May weather forecast
York, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in York, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average high of 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). During the nights in May, the temperature averages to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

In York, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in York is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In York, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for York in May?

The high-temperature during May is 75.6°F (24.2°C) and the low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May in York?

The average relative humidity in May in York is 78%.

What is the wettest month in York?

May is the month with the most rainfall in York, West Virginia. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in York?

In York, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in York?

In York, West Virginia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in York in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in York?

In May, the average day length in York, West Virginia, is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in York?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in York, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in May?

In York, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in York?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in York, West Virginia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
York, WV

Average temperature in May - York, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
York, WV

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

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

Average wind speed in May
York, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in May
York, WV

Average humidity in May - York, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in May
York, WV

Average rainfall in May - York, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
York, WV

Average rainfall days in May - York, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
York, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
York, WV

Average snowfall days in May - York, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - York, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
York, WV

Average sunshine days in May - York, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
York, WV

Average UV index in May - York, 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
York, WV

Average cloud cover in May - York, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
York, WV

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

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

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