Using words like ‘however’ within a sentence sometimes seems clunky and can make sentences hard to read.
‘However’ is a conjunctive adverb. Using a semicolon with conjunctive adverbs makes reading easier; the reader can more quickly spot the logic of what you’re trying to say in a sentence. Let’s find out more…
The video below from Happy Writing gives a clear explanation of using a semicolon to clarify a conjunctive adverb.