May weather forecast
Old Gauley, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Old Gauley, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Old Gauley's nighttime temperature in May falls to an average of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) 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, Old Gauley aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Old Gauley, in May, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Old Gauley?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Old Gauley, in May, during 20.4 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Old Gauley aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Old Gauley, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average temperature in May - Old Gauley, 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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average pressure in May - Old Gauley, 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
Old Gauley, WV

Average wind speed in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average humidity in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Old Gauley, 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: 8h and 5min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average UV index in May - Old Gauley, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Old Gauley, WV

Average visibility in May - Old Gauley, 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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