Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Purgitsville reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Purgitsville is 77%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Purgitsville. Rain falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Purgitsville, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Purgitsville aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Purgitsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
In Purgitsville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Purgitsville in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Purgitsville?
What is the wettest month in Purgitsville?
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What is the last month it snows in Purgitsville?
How many hours of daylight does Purgitsville have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Purgitsville?
How many hours of sunshine does Purgitsville have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Purgitsville?
Average temperature in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Purgitsville, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Purgitsville, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
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