May weather forecast
West Gate, VA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in West Gate, Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and an average low of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of May, West Gate's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In West Gate, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Gate, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Gate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In West Gate, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in West Gate, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Gate, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in West Gate?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In West Gate, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In West Gate, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

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

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

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

In West Gate, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in West Gate?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
West Gate, VA

Average pressure in May - West Gate, VA
  • 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Gate, VA

Average wind speed in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
West Gate, VA

Average humidity in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
West Gate, VA

Average rainfall in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
West Gate, VA

Average rainfall days in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Gate, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Gate, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
West Gate, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Gate, VA

Average sunshine days in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
West Gate, VA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
West Gate, VA

Average cloud cover in May - West Gate, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

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
West Gate, VA

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

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

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