May weather forecast
Ben Dale, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ben Dale, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.2°F (22.9°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Ben Dale, West Virginia, hover around an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ben Dale, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ben Dale aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Ben Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ben Dale, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ben Dale is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ben Dale in May?

In May, in Ben Dale, the average high-temperature is 73.2°F (22.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ben Dale?

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

What is the wettest month in Ben Dale?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Ben Dale. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Ben Dale?

In Ben Dale, in May, during 20.8 rainfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ben Dale?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Ben Dale. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ben Dale aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ben Dale have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ben Dale?

On the first day of May in Ben Dale, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Ben Dale?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Ben Dale?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ben Dale?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ben Dale is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average temperature in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.2°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°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 (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average pressure in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average wind speed in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

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 (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average humidity in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average rainfall in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average snowfall in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ben Dale, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average UV index in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Ben Dale, WV

Average visibility in May - Ben Dale, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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