May weather forecast
Bowden, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Bowden, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is noted in Bowden.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bowden is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bowden is May, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Bowden aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bowden, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Bowden, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Bowden. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Bowden?

In May, in Bowden, the average high-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bowden?

In Bowden, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Bowden?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Bowden?

In Bowden, in May, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Bowden?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Bowden. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Bowden aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bowden have in May?

In Bowden, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Bowden?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bowden, West Virginia, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowden have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Bowden, West Virginia, is 8.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bowden?

The months with the highest UV index in Bowden, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Bowden?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bowden, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bowden, WV

Average temperature in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bowden, WV

Average pressure in May - Bowden, 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
Bowden, WV

Average wind speed in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bowden, WV

Average humidity in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Bowden, WV

Average rainfall in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bowden, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bowden, WV

Average snowfall in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Bowden, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 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
Bowden, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bowden, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bowden, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bowden, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Bowden, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Bowden, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in May
Bowden, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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