May weather forecast
West Gate, SC

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in West Gate, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.1°F (26.7°C) and an average low of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Temperature

West Gate's transition into May sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C) in April to a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C). In the month of May, the average temperature in West Gate dips to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In West Gate, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Gate, South Carolina, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In West Gate, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May in West Gate, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Gate, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in West Gate?

An average high-temperature, in May, in West Gate, is 80.1°F (26.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in West Gate?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in West Gate in May?

In West Gate, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Gate?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in West Gate?

In May, the average day length in West Gate is 13h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in West Gate?

On the first day of May in West Gate, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Gate have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in West Gate, South Carolina, is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in West Gate?

In West Gate, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
West Gate, SC

Average temperature in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average high temperature in May: 80.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
West Gate, SC

Average pressure in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
West Gate, SC

Average wind speed in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
West Gate, SC

Average humidity in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
West Gate, SC

Average rainfall in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in May
West Gate, SC

Average rainfall days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
West Gate, SC

Average snowfall in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
West Gate, SC

Average snowfall days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Gate, SC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
West Gate, SC

Average sunshine days in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
West Gate, SC

Average UV index in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
West Gate, SC

Average cloud cover in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
West Gate, SC

Average visibility in May - West Gate, SC
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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