May weather forecast
Wheeling, WV

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Weather in May

May greets Wheeling inhabitants with the promising warmth of upcoming summer. Escalation manifests in multiple forms; an appreciable rise in temperature and a usual increase in sunlight. With 14.4 daylight hours, May takes its place as one of the lengthiest days of the year. Although rain remains the predominant form of precipitation, it relents in severity. Transitioning to June, weather conditions witness mild alteration, with a slight boost in temperature and rainfall.

Temperature

In Wheeling, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). During the nights in May, Wheeling experiences a consistent average temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Wheeling, West Virginia.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Wheeling is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Wheeling, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Wheeling?

The high-temperature, in May, in Wheeling, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Wheeling?

The month with the most rainfall in Wheeling is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wheeling in May?

In May, in Wheeling, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout May, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Wheeling in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Wheeling?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Wheeling?

On the first day of May in Wheeling, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wheeling?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Wheeling, West Virginia, is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Wheeling?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Wheeling.

What is the UV index reading in May in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wheeling, WV

Average temperature in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Wheeling, WV

Average pressure in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Wheeling, WV

Average wind speed in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Wheeling, WV

Average humidity in May - Wheeling, 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 April and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wheeling, WV

Average rainfall in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in May
Wheeling, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Wheeling, WV

Average snowfall in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Wheeling, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 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
Wheeling, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wheeling, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wheeling, WV

Average UV index in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Wheeling, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
Wheeling, WV

Average visibility in May - Wheeling, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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