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 onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Switchback, West Virginia, lowers to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C) in May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Switchback, West Virginia, is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Switchback, West Virginia, is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Switchback. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Switchback aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.5 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 11min.On the first day of May in Switchback, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Switchback in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Switchback?
What is the rainiest month in Switchback?
How much does it rain in Switchback in May?
What is the last month it snows in Switchback?
What is the average length of the day in May in Switchback?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Switchback?
How many hours of sunshine does Switchback have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Switchback?
Average temperature in May
Switchback, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°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 (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Switchback, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Switchback, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Switchback, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Switchback, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in May
Switchback, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).
Average snowfall in May
Switchback, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Switchback, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Switchback, WV
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
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: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Switchback, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Switchback, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Switchback, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Switchback, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
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