May weather forecast
Bethel, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bethel, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 59°F (15°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) is witnessed throughout May.

Humidity

February, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bethel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bethel, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 27min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Bethel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethel in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, May and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Bethel.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Bethel, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in May?

In Bethel, Pennsylvania, in May, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Bethel aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Bethel?

The average sunshine duration in May in Bethel, Pennsylvania, is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Bethel, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bethel, PA

Average temperature in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Bethel, PA

Average pressure in May - Bethel, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Bethel, PA

Average wind speed in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Bethel, PA

Average humidity in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Bethel, PA

Average rainfall in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Bethel, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Bethel, PA

Average snowfall in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Bethel, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bethel, PA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Bethel, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Bethel, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Bethel, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Bethel, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Bethel, PA

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

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

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