May weather forecast
Sanderson, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sanderson, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Sanderson's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). In Sanderson, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sanderson are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sanderson, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sanderson aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sanderson, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Sanderson, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sanderson, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sanderson. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sanderson in May?

Sanderson in May has an average high-temperature of 74.8°F (23.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sanderson?

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

What is the wettest month in Sanderson?

The month with the most rainfall in Sanderson, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sanderson in May?

In Sanderson, West Virginia, in May, during 20.1 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Sanderson?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Sanderson. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sanderson aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sanderson?

The average day length in May in Sanderson, West Virginia, is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Sanderson?

On the first day of May in Sanderson, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanderson have in May?

In Sanderson, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sanderson?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Sanderson?

In Sanderson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sanderson, WV

Average temperature in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sanderson, WV

Average pressure in May - Sanderson, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Sanderson, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sanderson, WV

Average humidity in May - Sanderson, 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, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sanderson, WV

Average rainfall in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sanderson, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sanderson, WV

Average snowfall in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sanderson, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 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
Sanderson, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sanderson, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sanderson, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Sanderson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sanderson, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sanderson, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Sanderson, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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