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
May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). In the month of May, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
In Shinnston, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shinnston. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Shinnston aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Shinnston, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.Daylight
In Shinnston, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Shinnston is 8.8h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Shinnston?
What is the average humidity in May in Shinnston?
What is the rainiest month in Shinnston?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shinnston?
How many hours of sunshine does Shinnston have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Shinnston?
How high is the UV index in May in Shinnston?
Average temperature in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 72°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 (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Shinnston, 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 (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.41"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shinnston, 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 5min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Shinnston, 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
Shinnston, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Shinnston, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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