May weather forecast
Gassaway, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gassaway, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 72.1°F (22.3°C) and min 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Gassaway records an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gassaway aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Gassaway, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gassaway, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Gassaway, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In Gassaway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gassaway in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Gassaway, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout May, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gassaway, West Virginia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gassaway aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Gassaway, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Gassaway, 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 moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gassaway, WV

Average temperature in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Gassaway, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gassaway, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Gassaway, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gassaway, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gassaway, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gassaway, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gassaway, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Gassaway, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Gassaway, WV

Average visibility in May - Gassaway, 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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