May weather forecast
Bison, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bison, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May, moving from April's enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout May, Bison registers a consistent average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bison. May is the last month it regularly snows in Bison. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bison aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Bison, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Bison is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bison, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bison in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Bison, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bison?

In Bison, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Bison?

The month with the most rainfall in Bison, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bison in May?

In Bison, in May, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bison?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bison, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bison aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bison?

On the first day of May in Bison, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bison?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bison is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Bison?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bison, WV

Average temperature in May - Bison, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bison, WV

Average pressure in May - Bison, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bison, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bison, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bison, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bison, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bison, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bison, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bison, WV

Average snowfall in May - Bison, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bison, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 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
Bison, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bison, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bison, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bison, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bison, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bison, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Bison, WV

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

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

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