May weather forecastFranklintown, WV
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Franklintown, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).Temperature
As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). Franklintown experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) during May nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Franklintown are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall in Franklintown are May, July and August, with an average 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Franklintown. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Franklintown aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Franklintown, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Franklintown is 14h and 20min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Franklintown is 8.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Franklintown, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Franklintown, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Franklintown, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September, October and December (5mi).
