May weather forecast
Gastonia, NC

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Weather in May

May signifies the onset of summer with Gastonia's weather showing a significant leap in temperature. The evenings too are warm, and a night out would not require a heavy jacket. With long sunny days, May offers the opportunity to enjoy outdoor recreation. Bear in mind that May also brings some additional rainfall. Despite this, the city eagerly welcomes the approaching summer months.

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in April to a warm 79.3°F (26.3°C). In May, Gastonia records an average nighttime temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Gastonia, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Gastonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gastonia, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gastonia, North Carolina, is 14h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gastonia in May?

Gastonia in May has an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Gastonia?

The months with the highest humidity in Gastonia, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gastonia in May?

In Gastonia, in May, during 16.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gastonia?

In Gastonia, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Gastonia have in May?

In Gastonia, North Carolina, the average day length in May is 14h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Gastonia?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gastonia, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gastonia?

The average sunshine duration in May in Gastonia, North Carolina, is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Gastonia?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Gastonia?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gastonia is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Gastonia, NC

Average temperature in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average high temperature in May: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.5°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 (33.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Gastonia, NC

Average pressure in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gastonia, NC

Average wind speed in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Gastonia, NC

Average humidity in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall days in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall days in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gastonia, NC

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gastonia, NC

Average sunshine days in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gastonia, NC

Average UV index in May - Gastonia, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gastonia, NC

Average cloud cover in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Gastonia, NC

Average visibility in May - Gastonia, NC
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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