May weather forecast
Gaston Junction, WV

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gaston Junction, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

Gaston Junction in May sees a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). Gaston Junction reports an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gaston Junction. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gaston Junction aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Gaston Junction, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gaston Junction is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Gaston Junction, West Virginia, is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Gaston Junction?

The high-temperature during May is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gaston Junction?

The average relative humidity in May in Gaston Junction, West Virginia, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Gaston Junction?

The month with the most rainfall in Gaston Junction is May, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gaston Junction in May?

In May, in Gaston Junction, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout May, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gaston Junction?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gaston Junction. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Gaston Junction aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gaston Junction have in May?

In Gaston Junction, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gaston Junction?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaston Junction have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gaston Junction?

The months with the highest UV index in Gaston Junction are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in May in Gaston Junction?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Gaston Junction is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average temperature in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average pressure in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average wind speed in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average humidity in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average rainfall days in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average snowfall days in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Gaston Junction, WV

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average sunshine days in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average UV index in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average cloud cover in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
Gaston Junction, WV

Average visibility in May - Gaston Junction, WV
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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