May weather forecast
Gay, WV

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Gay, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

As Gay transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). May's nights in Gay observe an average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In Gay, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Gay is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gay are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gay, West Virginia. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Gay aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Gay is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gay is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Gay?

During May, Gay experiences an average high-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gay?

In May, the average relative humidity in Gay is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Gay?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Gay. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Gay?

In Gay, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Gay?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Gay aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gay?

The average day length in May in Gay, West Virginia, is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gay, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gay?

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

When is the highest UV index in Gay?

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 in Gay?

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

Average temperature in May - Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Gay, WV

Average pressure in May - Gay, 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
Gay, WV

Average wind speed in May - Gay, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Gay, WV

Average humidity in May - Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Gay, WV

Average rainfall in May - Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Gay, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gay, WV

Average snowfall in May - Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gay, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gay, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Gay, WV

Average UV index in May - 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
Gay, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Gay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Gay, WV

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

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

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