May weather forecast
Bellefonte, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bellefonte, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). In Bellefonte, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In Bellefonte, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bellefonte aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Bellefonte, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bellefonte is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Bellefonte, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bellefonte are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in May leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Bellefonte, is 69.1°F (20.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Bellefonte aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Bellefonte, the average day length in May is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bellefonte have in May?

In Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Bellefonte, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average temperature in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average pressure in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average wind speed in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average humidity in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average rainfall in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average snowfall in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average UV index in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in May
Bellefonte, PA

Average visibility in May - Bellefonte, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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