May weather forecastEleanor, WV
May
Weather in May
May brings the first taste of the upcoming summer with warm, sunny days. Average temperatures increase, standing between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 75.7°F (24.3°C), with no recorded snowfall. The increased sunshine and daylight hours enhance the visibility, showing the city under a brighter, more vivid light. The weather in May kicks off the outdoor picnic season, with residents taking full advantage of the fine weather. Eleanor's weather is generally stable during this month, although occasionally interrupted by mild rain showers.Temperature
Eleanor's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). In Eleanor, the May nights cool down to an average low of 54.9°F (12.7°C).Humidity
In Eleanor, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Eleanor is May, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Eleanor is 14h and 17min.On the first day of May in Eleanor, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Eleanor is 9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Eleanor. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 75.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Eleanor, 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
Eleanor, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Eleanor, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Eleanor, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Eleanor, 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
Eleanor, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Eleanor, 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).
