May weather forecast
West Gate, SC

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Gate, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.1°F (26.7°C) and min 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

In West Gate, the onset of May comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from April's agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C). Throughout the month of May, West Gate reports a steady low-temperature average of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Gate, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Gate, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in West Gate?

The high-temperature, in May, in West Gate, is 80.1°F (26.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Gate?

In West Gate, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in West Gate?

In West Gate, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In West Gate, South Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in West Gate, South Carolina, is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Gate have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Gate, SC

Average temperature in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in May
West Gate, SC

Average pressure in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Gate, SC

Average wind speed in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
West Gate, SC

Average humidity in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
West Gate, SC

Average rainfall in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
West Gate, SC

Average rainfall days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Gate, SC

Average snowfall in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Gate, SC

Average snowfall days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Gate, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Gate, SC

Average sunshine days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Gate, SC

Average UV index in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West Gate, SC

Average cloud cover in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
West Gate, SC

Average visibility in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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