May weather forecastWest Salem, OH
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in West Salem, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C).Temperature
As West Salem transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C). Throughout May, West Salem encounters an average temperature drop to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in West Salem is 79%.Rainfall
In West Salem, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Salem, Ohio, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Salem. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, West Salem aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In West Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.5 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.Daylight
In West Salem, Ohio, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:53 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In West Salem, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in West Salem is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
West Salem, OH
- Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in May
West Salem, OH
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
West Salem, OH
- Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
West Salem, OH
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
West Salem, OH
- Average rainfall in May: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").
Average rainfall days in May
West Salem, OH
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
West Salem, OH
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
West Salem, OH
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Salem, OH
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
West Salem, OH
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
West Salem, OH
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
West Salem, OH
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
West Salem, OH
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).
