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
Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). During May, California experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 51.6°F (10.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, California aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In California, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 25.08" (637mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.On the first day of May in California, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:42 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
California, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in May
California, PA
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
California, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in May
California, PA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in May
California, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
California, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (11.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
California, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
California, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
California, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
California, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).
Average UV index in May
California, PA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
California, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
California, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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