May weather forecast
Gallup, KY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gallup, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 76.3°F (24.6°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Gallup experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) in April to a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). May witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gallup is 77%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Gallup, Kentucky, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Gallup, sunrise is at 6:33 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gallup is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Gallup?

May temperatures in Gallup, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and a low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gallup?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gallup?

In Gallup, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gallup?

In Gallup, Kentucky, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Gallup in May?

In May, in Gallup, Kentucky, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gallup?

On the first day of May in Gallup, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:33 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 many hours of sunshine does Gallup have in May?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Gallup?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Gallup?

In Gallup, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Gallup, KY

Average temperature in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average pressure in May
Gallup, KY

Average pressure in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Gallup, KY

Average wind speed in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average humidity in May
Gallup, KY

Average humidity in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gallup, KY

Average rainfall in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Gallup, KY

Average rainfall days in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average snowfall in May
Gallup, KY

Average snowfall in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Gallup, KY

Average snowfall days in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gallup, KY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gallup, KY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gallup, KY

Average sunshine days in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average UV index in May
Gallup, KY

Average UV index in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gallup, KY

Average cloud cover in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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).

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Average visibility in May
Gallup, KY

Average visibility in May - Gallup, KY
  • 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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