May weather forecast
Joetown, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Joetown, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.6°F (10.9°C) and max 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

Joetown's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). In Joetown, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Joetown is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Joetown are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Joetown. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Joetown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Joetown, West Virginia, is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Joetown is 8.5h.

UV index

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Joetown, West Virginia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Joetown?

During May, Joetown experiences an average high-temperature of 72.5°F (22.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Joetown?

In Joetown, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Joetown?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Joetown, West Virginia. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Joetown in May?

In Joetown, in May, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Joetown?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Joetown, West Virginia. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Joetown aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Joetown?

The average day length in May in Joetown is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Joetown?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Joetown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joetown have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Joetown?

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Joetown.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Joetown?

In Joetown, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Joetown, WV

Average temperature in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Joetown, WV

Average pressure in May - Joetown, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Joetown, WV

Average wind speed in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Joetown, WV

Average humidity in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Joetown, WV

Average rainfall in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Joetown, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Joetown, WV

Average snowfall in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Joetown, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Joetown, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Joetown, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Joetown, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Joetown, WV

Average UV index in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (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
Joetown, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Joetown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Joetown, WV

Average visibility in May - Joetown, 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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