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
As Scranton welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) in April to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). Scranton observes an average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) during May nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Scranton, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Scranton, North Carolina.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, in Scranton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:15 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Scranton, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Scranton is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May in Scranton?
Average temperature in May
Scranton, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Scranton, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Scranton, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Scranton, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Scranton, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Scranton, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Scranton, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Scranton, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Scranton, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
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 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Scranton, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Scranton, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Scranton, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Scranton, NC
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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