May weather forecast
Gallagher, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gallagher, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.3°F (11.3°C) and max 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) in April to a warm 73.4°F (23°C). An average minimum temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gallagher aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Gallagher, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Gallagher, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Gallagher?

In Gallagher, in May, the average high-temperature is 73.4°F (23°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gallagher aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gallagher have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallagher have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Gallagher, WV

Average temperature in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Gallagher, WV

Average pressure in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Gallagher, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Gallagher, WV

Average humidity in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Gallagher, WV

Average rainfall in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Gallagher, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gallagher, WV

Average snowfall in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gallagher, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gallagher, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gallagher, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gallagher, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Gallagher, WV

Average UV index in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gallagher, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Gallagher, WV

Average visibility in May - Gallagher, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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