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 sees a temperature increase, moving from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C).Humidity
In Chiefton, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Chiefton. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Chiefton are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Chiefton aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Chiefton, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.8 days and aggregates up to 28.9" (734mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May in Chiefton, West Virginia, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Chiefton is 8.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Chiefton are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Chiefton in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Chiefton?
What is the wettest month in Chiefton?
How many days does it rain in May in Chiefton?
What is the last month it snows in Chiefton?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chiefton?
How many hours of sunshine does Chiefton have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Chiefton?
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Average temperature in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chiefton, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in May
Chiefton, WV
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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