May weather forecastShagtown, WV
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Shagtown, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).Temperature
The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Shagtown, in May, observes a steady average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Shagtown. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 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, Shagtown aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Shagtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Shagtown is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May in Shagtown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Shagtown is 8.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Shagtown are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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
Shagtown, 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).
