May weather forecastLayville, WV

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Layville, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Layville sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout May, a steady low-temperature average of 54.1°F (12.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Layville, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Layville, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Layville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Layville, is 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

In Layville, in May, it is raining for 20.6 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Layville, snow does not fall in May through September.

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

The average day length in May in Layville is 14h and 15min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

In Layville, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

In Layville, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Layville, WV

  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Layville, WV

  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Layville, WV

  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in May
Layville, WV

  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Layville, WV

  • Average rainfall in May: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Layville, WV

  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Layville, WV

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Layville, WV

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Layville, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Layville, WV

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Layville, WV

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Layville, WV

  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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
Layville, 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).