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
With the onset of May, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from April's enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Independence, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).Humidity
In Independence, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Independence. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Independence aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Independence, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Independence, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, in Independence, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Independence is 8.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Independence is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Independence?
What is the average humidity in May in Independence?
What is the rainiest month in Independence?
How many days does it rain in May in Independence?
What is the last month it snows in Independence?
How many hours of daylight does Independence have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Independence?
How long on average sun shines in May in Independence?
What is the UV index reading in May in Independence?
Average temperature in May
Independence, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°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 (21.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Independence, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30"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
Independence, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Independence, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Independence, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Independence, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Independence, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Independence, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Independence, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Independence, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Independence, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Independence, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Independence, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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