May weather forecast
Elton, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Elton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

Elton's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). In the month of May, the temperature in Elton generally rests at an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elton. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elton aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elton, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Elton is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Elton?

Elton in May has an average high-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Elton?

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the rainiest month in Elton?

The month with the most rainfall in Elton is May, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Elton?

In Elton, West Virginia, in May, during 21.9 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Elton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Elton. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elton aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

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

In Elton, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Elton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elton, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elton have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Elton, West Virginia, is 8.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Elton?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Elton?

In Elton, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Elton, WV

Average temperature in May - Elton, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elton, WV

Average pressure in May - Elton, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Elton, WV

Average wind speed in May - Elton, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elton, WV

Average humidity in May - Elton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Elton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Elton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Elton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elton, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Elton, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elton, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Elton, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Elton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elton, WV

Average UV index in May - Elton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Elton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Elton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in May
Elton, WV

Average visibility in May - Elton, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

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

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