May weather forecast
Fort Gay, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Fort Gay, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 55°F (12.8°C) and 76.3°F (24.6°C).

Temperature

Fort Gay's transition into May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). The low-temperature averages to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fort Gay, in May, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Gay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fort Gay. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Fort Gay, in May, the average high-temperature is 76.3°F (24.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fort Gay, in May, during 19.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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 Fort Gay have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fort Gay?

In Fort Gay, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Fort Gay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average temperature in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average pressure in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average wind speed in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average humidity in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.31"

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

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average UV index in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Fort Gay, WV

Average visibility in May - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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