May weather forecast
Ghent, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Ghent, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature increases in May, moving from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). May is noted for a mean low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ghent are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ghent aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.2" (1021mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ghent, West Virginia, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ghent is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Ghent?

During May, Ghent experiences an average high-temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C) and a low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ghent?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Ghent?

The wettest months are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in May in Ghent?

In May, in Ghent, West Virginia, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout May, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Ghent?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Ghent aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in May?

In Ghent, the average day length in May is 14h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Ghent?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ghent, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:39 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ghent have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Ghent, West Virginia, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ghent?

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

Average temperature in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Ghent, WV

Average pressure in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Ghent, WV

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

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
Ghent, WV

Average humidity in May - Ghent, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Ghent, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Ghent, WV

Average snowfall in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Ghent, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
Ghent, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ghent, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Ghent, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Ghent, WV

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Ghent, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Ghent, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Ghent, WV

Average visibility in May - Ghent, 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).

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