May weather forecastElmira, WV
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Elmira, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C).Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Elmira 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. May is the last month it regularly snows in Elmira, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Elmira aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Elmira, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elmira, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Elmira, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Elmira, 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).
Average pressure in May
Elmira, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Elmira, 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).
Average humidity in May
Elmira, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Elmira, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Elmira, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elmira, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elmira, 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).
Average UV index in May
Elmira, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Elmira, 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).
Average visibility in May
Elmira, 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).
