May weather forecast
Oak Hill, WV

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Weather in May

May is characterized by a welcoming transition from spring to the beginnings of summer. The cold days are but a distant memory, replaced by refreshing, warm breezes. The amount of rainfall peaks in May, totaling up to 3.9" (99mm), providing a lush, green finish to the spring blooms. Across this West Virginian town, the brightness of the renewed sunlight and cloudless skies blends perfectly with the cool evenings. The days grow longer, paving the way for delightful summer nights spent under the stars.

Temperature

The arrival of May in Oak Hill brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Oak Hill, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Oak Hill. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Oak Hill aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Oak Hill, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Oak Hill is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oak Hill in May?

May temperatures in Oak Hill, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Oak Hill?

In Oak Hill, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Oak Hill?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Oak Hill. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Oak Hill?

In May, in Oak Hill, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout May, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Oak Hill?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Oak Hill aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Hill have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Oak Hill?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Hill have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Oak Hill is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Oak Hill?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May in Oak Hill?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average temperature in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average pressure in May - Oak Hill, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Oak Hill, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average humidity in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average rainfall in May - Oak Hill, 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 (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average snowfall in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Oak Hill, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average UV index in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Oak Hill, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Oak Hill, WV

Average visibility in May - Oak Hill, 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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