Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a rise in Scranton's average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in April to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). During the month of May, Scranton's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Scranton is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Scranton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 snowfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.On the first day of May in Scranton, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Scranton is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 during May leads to these advisories:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Scranton, NY
- Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Scranton, NY
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Scranton, NY
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Scranton, NY
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Scranton, NY
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Scranton, NY
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Scranton, NY
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Scranton, NY
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Scranton, NY
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Scranton, NY
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Scranton, NY
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Scranton, NY
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Scranton, NY
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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