May weather forecastSophia, WV
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Sophia, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).Temperature
The start of May brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Throughout May, Sophia witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Sophia is 80%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sophia, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Sophia aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sophia, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Sophia is 14h and 13min.On the first day of May in Sophia, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sophia, West Virginia, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sophia, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Sophia, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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).
Average wind speed in May
Sophia, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Sophia, WV
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Sophia, 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 (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Sophia, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sophia, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Sophia, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sophia, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sophia, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).
Average UV index in May
Sophia, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Sophia, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Sophia, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
