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
In Athens, the average high-temperature in May increases from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). Throughout May, Athens witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C).Humidity
In Athens, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.Rainfall
The wettest months in Athens are February and May, with an average 3.5" (89mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Athens are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Athens. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Athens aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Athens, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 40.2" (1021mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Athens, West Virginia, is 14h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Athens is 8.8h.UV index
In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Athens, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Athens, 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
Athens, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Athens, 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
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in May
Athens, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Athens, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Athens, 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: 8h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Athens, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Athens, 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
Athens, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Athens, 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).
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