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Gastonia Weather in May

Gastonia in May sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 14°C (57°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 93 mm (3.7 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Gastonia in May

Historically, the month has about 10 days of rain, averaging 93 mm (3.7 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Gastonia in May

Gastonia in May has excellent weather. Days reach 26°C (79°F) and nights cool to 14°C (57°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Gastonia in May

With approximately 293 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Gastonia.

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Gastonia Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 93 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 293 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 67% *  
* Data from: Charlotte, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Gastonia in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Gastonia in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Gastonia in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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