May weather forecastPowell, WV
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Powell, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).Temperature
As Powell welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Powell, West Virginia, is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Powell is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Powell aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Powell, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in Powell, West Virginia, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Powell is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Average temperature in May
Powell, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Powell, 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
Powell, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
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).
Average humidity in May
Powell, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Powell, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.21"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Powell, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Powell, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Powell, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 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
Powell, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Powell, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Powell, WV
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and 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
Powell, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Powell, 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).
