Average weather for West Virginia in May
It's warm in May in West Virginia with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 16°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in West Virginia with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 10°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 24°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in West Virginia is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 116 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,2 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
West Virginia in May |
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23°C | 22°C | |
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28°C | 28°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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116 mm | 105 mm | |
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14 days | 14 days | |
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0,2 cm | 0 cm | |
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1 day | 0 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit West Virginia?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in West Virginia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2020, West Virginia reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in West Virginia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for West Virginia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in West Virginia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for West Virginia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in West Virginia.
Daily Snowfall in May in West Virginia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in West Virginia, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV index in May in West Virginia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in West Virginia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in West Virginia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in West Virginia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in West Virginia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in West Virginia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in West Virginia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in West Virginia, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for West Virginia
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in West Virginia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in West Virginia by month
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