May weather forecast
Paxton, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Paxton, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and an average high of 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Paxton's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Throughout May, Paxton encounters an average temperature drop to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Paxton is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Paxton is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Paxton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Paxton, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Paxton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Paxton, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Paxton, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Paxton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paxton, West Virginia, during May are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Paxton?

In Paxton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Paxton?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Paxton, West Virginia. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Paxton?

In May, in Paxton, West Virginia, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Paxton?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Paxton. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Paxton aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paxton have in May?

The average day length in May in Paxton is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Paxton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Paxton have in May?

In Paxton, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Paxton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Paxton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Paxton, WV

Average temperature in May - Paxton, 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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Paxton, WV

Average pressure in May - Paxton, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Paxton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Paxton, WV

Average humidity in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Paxton, WV

Average rainfall in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Paxton, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Paxton, 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 November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Paxton, WV

Average snowfall in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Paxton, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 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
Paxton, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Paxton, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Paxton, WV

Average UV index in May - Paxton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Paxton, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Paxton, WV

Average visibility in May - Paxton, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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