May weather forecast
Fairdale, WV

Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Fairdale, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.6°F (22°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Fairdale experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 51.1°F (10.6°C) in May.

Humidity

In Fairdale, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 22.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairdale, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairdale. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Fairdale aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fairdale, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Fairdale?

Fairdale in May has an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fairdale?

The average relative humidity in May in Fairdale is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Fairdale?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Fairdale?

In Fairdale, in May, during 22.3 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fairdale?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairdale, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Fairdale aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May in Fairdale is 14h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairdale?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairdale, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fairdale?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Fairdale?

In Fairdale, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Fairdale, WV

Average temperature in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Fairdale, WV

Average pressure in May - Fairdale, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Fairdale, WV

Average wind speed in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Fairdale, WV

Average humidity in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Fairdale, WV

Average rainfall in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Fairdale, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Fairdale, WV

Average snowfall in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Fairdale, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairdale, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairdale, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Fairdale, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Fairdale, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Fairdale, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Fairdale, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Fairdale, WV

Average visibility in May - Fairdale, 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).

[Resources]

Fairdale, West Virginia, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location