Weather forecast for today
Gastonia, NC

Weather forecast for today

Saturday, May 3.

PM Thunderstorms
6:29 am

8:13 pm
EDT
PM Thunderstorms
75°F / 59°F
  • Wind: 9mph S
  • Humidity: 71%
  • Precip. probability: 100%
  • Precipitation: 0.87"
  • UV index: 5
Today, scattered thunderstorms are likely by the afternoon.
Increased precipitation is predicted. Temperatures are forecasted to range from a maximum of a moderately hot 75.2°F to a minimum of a mild 59°F.
The anticipated peak temperature today will be slightly cooler than the average May maximum of 79.3°F.
Sunrise was at 6:29 am and sunset will be at 8:13 pm; the daylight will last for 13h and 44min.

Current condition

Cloudy
11:57 am EDT
Cloudy
  • 72°F
  • Feels like: 72°F
  • Wind: 5mph SSW
  • Humidity: 76%
  • Dewpoint: 63°F
  • Pressure: 29.94"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 1
At the moment, a dense cloud layer is blocking the sunlight, making for a cool and dim day.
The temperature is a pleasant 71.6°F. The current temperature is nearly at the maximum anticipated 75.2°F for today.

Weather radar - Gastonia, NC

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature now?
The current temperature (11:57 am EDT) is 71.6°F.
What is the weather forecast for Gastonia for today?
On Saturday, storm clouds will develop in the afternoon, bringing thunder and rain.
Will it rain today?
Yes. With a probability of 100%, increased precipitation of 0.87" is forecasted.
What will be the maximum temperature today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 75.2°F, while the lowest temperature will be 59°F.
The highest temperature will be a couple of degrees lower than the average maximum of 79.3°F in May. The lowest temperature will be in line with the average low of 59.5°F.
What time are sunrise and sunset today?
On Saturday, in Gastonia, sunrise was at 6:29 am and sunset will be at 8:13 pm (EDT).
How many hours of daylight will Gastonia have today?
In Gastonia, the length of the day today will be 13h and 44min.

Hourly weather forecast

12 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph S
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 73%
  • Precip. probability: 12%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
1 pm
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 7mph S
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 72%
  • Precip. probability: 38%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 8mph S
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Precip. probability: 50%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 10mi
3 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 9mph S
  • Pressure: 29.83"Hg
  • Humidity: 65%
  • Precip. probability: 56%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 5mi
4 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 9mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Precip. probability: 79%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 6mi
5 pm
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 70%
  • Precip. probability: 99%
  • Precipitation: 0.24"
  • Visibility: 10mi
6 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 9mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 81%
  • Precip. probability: 91%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 6mi
7 pm
  • 68°F
  • Feels like:
    68°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 6mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 86%
  • Precip. probability: 36%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
8 pm
  • 64°F
  • Feels like:
    66°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 4mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 73%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
Sunset: 8:13 pm
9 pm
  • 63°F
  • Feels like:
    63°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 4mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 100%
  • Precip. probability: 67%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
10 pm
  • 63°F
  • Feels like:
    63°F
Few Showers
Few Showers
  • Wind: 4mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 100%
  • Precip. probability: 34%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
11 pm
  • 63°F
  • Feels like:
    63°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
  • Wind: 4mph S
  • Pressure: 29.8"Hg
  • Humidity: 100%
  • Precip. probability: 63%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
Today, in Gastonia, a combination of rainy, turbulent and cloud-filled weather is forecasted.
Rain is anticipated from 1 pm to 11 pm. With moderate precipitation of 0.24", most rainfall is expected at 5 pm.
The temperature will be between a minimum of 62.6°F and a maximum of 75.2°F. The warmest part of the day will be at 3 pm and 4 pm.
The highest temperature today will be a few degrees lower than May's typical maximum temperature. The expected low will be also comparable to the average minimum in May, which is 59.5°F.
Updated: May 3, 2025 @ 15:57:26 UTC
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Gastonia, North Carolina, USA

  • en: Gastonia, North Carolina, USA
  • es: Gastonia, Carolina del Norte, EE.UU.
  • hr: Gastonija, Severna Karolina, SAD
  • sr: Gastonija, Severna Karolina, SAD
  • zh: 加斯托尼亚, 北卡罗来纳, 美国
  • Latitude: 35.262082°
  • Longitude: -81.187300°
  • Elevation: 804 ft
  • Current time: 12:42pm EDT
  • Sunrise: 6:29 am EDT
  • Sunset: 8:13 pm EDT
  • Timezone: America/New_York
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