May weather forecast
Shafer, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Shafer, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Shafer's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) to an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). In May, Shafer reports a consistent average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Shafer. Rain falls for 22.9 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shafer are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shafer, West Virginia. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Shafer aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Shafer, during the entire year, snow falls for 81 days and aggregates up to 52.36" (1330mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shafer is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shafer, West Virginia, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Shafer?

The high-temperature, in May, in Shafer, records 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shafer?

In Shafer, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Shafer?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Shafer, West Virginia. Rain falls for 22.9 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Shafer?

In Shafer, in May, during 22.9 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shafer?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shafer, West Virginia. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Shafer aggregates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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

In Shafer, West Virginia, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shafer?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shafer, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shafer have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Shafer is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Shafer?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shafer?

In Shafer, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shafer, WV

Average temperature in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shafer, WV

Average pressure in May - Shafer, 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
Shafer, WV

Average wind speed in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shafer, WV

Average humidity in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shafer, WV

Average rainfall in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shafer, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shafer, WV

Average snowfall in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shafer, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Shafer, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shafer, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shafer, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shafer, WV

Average UV index in May - Shafer, 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
Shafer, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Shafer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Shafer, WV

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

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

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