May weather forecast
Red Knob, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Red Knob, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.8°F (23.8°C) and min 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Red Knob sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 53.8°F (12.1°C) in May.

Humidity

In Red Knob, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Red Knob 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, Red Knob aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Red Knob, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Red Knob, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Red Knob is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Red Knob, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Red Knob in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Red Knob, records 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Red Knob?

In Red Knob, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Red Knob?

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

How much does it rain in Red Knob in May?

In Red Knob, in May, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Red Knob?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Red Knob?

In Red Knob, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Red Knob?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Knob have in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Red Knob?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Red Knob, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Red Knob, WV

Average temperature in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average pressure in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average wind speed in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average humidity in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average rainfall in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average snowfall in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average UV index in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Red Knob, 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
Red Knob, WV

Average visibility in May - Red Knob, 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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