May weather forecast
Terra Alta, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Terra Alta, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average high of 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). An average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) is observed during May nights.

Humidity

In Terra Alta, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Terra Alta. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Terra Alta aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Terra Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.1 days and aggregates up to 33.03" (839mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, in Terra Alta, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Terra Alta, the average sunshine in May is 8.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Terra Alta. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Terra Alta in May?

May temperatures in Terra Alta vary between a high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Terra Alta?

The average relative humidity in May in Terra Alta is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Terra Alta?

The month with the most rainfall in Terra Alta is May, when the rain falls for 21 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Terra Alta in May?

In Terra Alta, in May, during 21 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Terra Alta?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Terra Alta. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Terra Alta aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Terra Alta?

In Terra Alta, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Terra Alta?

On the first day of May in Terra Alta, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Terra Alta?

In Terra Alta, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Terra Alta?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Terra Alta, West Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in May in Terra Alta?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average temperature in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average pressure in May - Terra Alta, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average wind speed in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average humidity in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Terra Alta, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average UV index in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in May
Terra Alta, WV

Average visibility in May - Terra Alta, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October and December (4mi).

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