May weather forecastBowen, WV
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Bowen, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 76.1°F (24.5°C).Temperature
The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a warm 76.1°F (24.5°C). During May, Bowen detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Bowen, West Virginia, is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Bowen is 14h and 16min.On the first day of May in Bowen, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Bowen is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bowen, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Bowen, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bowen, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Bowen, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Bowen, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Bowen, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bowen, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bowen, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bowen, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bowen, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Bowen, 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
Bowen, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
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
Bowen, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
