May weather forecastHurricane, WV
May
Weather in May
May continues the pleasant Spring season in Hurricane, allowing residents to enjoy a substantial rise in temperatures compared to April. As the trend continues from last month, snowfall is absent, replaced by spells of rainfall that contribute to a wet environment. The increased average temperature up to 76.3°F (24.6°C) is indicative of the approaching summer. May serves as a significant turning point in the weather cycle of the city. The outdoor environment becomes lively with increased sun exposure and warmer temperatures paving the way for outdoor activities.Temperature
As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). In stark contrast to the day's heat, the temperature dips to an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Hurricane, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 76.3°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 (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).
Average UV index in May
Hurricane, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Hurricane, 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 33).
Average visibility in May
Hurricane, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
