May weather forecast
Gayton, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Gayton, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Gayton experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gayton, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 26.22" (666mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gayton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gayton, Virginia, is 9.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gayton, Virginia, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Gayton?

May temperatures in Gayton vary between a high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gayton?

In Gayton, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Gayton in May?

In Gayton, in May, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gayton?

In Gayton, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Gayton in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Gayton have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gayton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gayton, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gayton have in May?

In Gayton, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Gayton?

In Gayton, Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gayton, VA

Average temperature in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Gayton, VA

Average pressure in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gayton, VA

Average wind speed in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Gayton, VA

Average humidity in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Gayton, VA

Average rainfall in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Gayton, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gayton, VA

Average snowfall in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gayton, VA

Average snowfall days in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gayton, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gayton, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Gayton, VA

Average UV index in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gayton, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Gayton, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Gayton, VA

Average visibility in May - Gayton, VA
  • 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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