Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Franklin experiences a significant downturn from peak daytime temperatures throughout May, with the average low-temperature dipping to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.Daylight
In Franklin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Franklin, West Virginia, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Franklin is 9.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in May in Franklin?
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How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?
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How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Franklin?
Average temperature in May
Franklin, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Franklin, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Franklin, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Franklin, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Franklin, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Franklin, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Franklin, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Franklin, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in May
Franklin, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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