May weather forecast
Rachel, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Rachel, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average high of 72.5°F (22.5°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, Rachel's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Rachel is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.3 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Rachel. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rachel aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Rachel, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Rachel, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rachel. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rachel in May?

The high-temperature in Rachel, West Virginia, during May is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Rachel?

In May, the average relative humidity in Rachel, West Virginia, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Rachel?

The month with the most rainfall in Rachel, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 21.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Rachel?

In Rachel, during May, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rachel?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Rachel. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Rachel aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rachel have in May?

In May, the average day length in Rachel is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Rachel?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rachel have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Rachel?

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Rachel?

In Rachel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Rachel, WV

Average temperature in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
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Average pressure in May - Rachel, 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).

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

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).

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Average humidity in May
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Average humidity in May - Rachel, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
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Average rainfall in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
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Average rainfall days in May - Rachel, 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 January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
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Average snowfall in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
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Average snowfall days in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
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Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Rachel, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
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Average cloud cover in May - Rachel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
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Average visibility in May - Rachel, 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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