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
Elkins in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in April to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). Throughout the month of May, Elkins sees a steady low-temperature average of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall in Elkins. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkins. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Elkins aggregates 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Elkins, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 67 days and aggregates up to 41.3" (1049mm) of snow.Daylight
In Elkins, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Elkins is 8.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Elkins. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Elkins?
What is the average humidity in May in Elkins?
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How much does it rain in Elkins in May?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkins?
How many hours of sunshine does Elkins have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Elkins?
How high is the UV index in May in Elkins?
Average temperature in May
Elkins, WV
- Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Elkins, 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
Elkins, WV
- Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Elkins, WV
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Elkins, WV
- Average rainfall in May: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Elkins, WV
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elkins, WV
- Average snowfall in May: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elkins, WV
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elkins, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elkins, WV
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Elkins, WV
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Elkins, WV
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Elkins, 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).
Elkins, West Virginia, USA
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