May weather forecast
Gettysburg, OH

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Gettysburg, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

As Gettysburg, Ohio, transitions into May, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout May, Gettysburg encounters an average temperature drop to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gettysburg is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Gettysburg is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gettysburg, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gettysburg is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Gettysburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Gettysburg?

The average relative humidity in May in Gettysburg, Ohio, is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Gettysburg?

The month with the most rainfall in Gettysburg is May, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gettysburg in May?

In May, in Gettysburg, Ohio, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Gettysburg in May?

In May, in Gettysburg, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, the average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gettysburg?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 9:00 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gettysburg have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Gettysburg, Ohio, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Gettysburg?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gettysburg, Ohio, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average temperature in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average pressure in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average wind speed in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average humidity in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average rainfall in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average rainfall days in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average snowfall in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average snowfall days in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average sunshine days in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average UV index in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average cloud cover in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Gettysburg, OH

Average visibility in May - Gettysburg, OH
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).

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