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
Shanks sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, moving from April's comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). During May, Shanks detects a significant contrast from its daytime temperatures, with nights averaging at a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
In Shanks, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shanks. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shanks aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shanks, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.On the first day of May in Shanks, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:35 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Shanks, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Shanks is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Shanks in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Shanks?
What is the wettest month in Shanks?
How much does it rain in Shanks in May?
What is the last month it snows in Shanks?
How many hours of daylight does Shanks have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Shanks?
How many hours of sunshine does Shanks have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Shanks?
Average temperature in May
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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
Shanks, 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).
Shanks, West Virginia, USA
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