May weather forecast
Chambersburg, PA

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Weather in May

May brings an important climatic transition in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, characterized by much warmer weather. The environment feels entirely different compared to the cooler months, with temperature increasing to 71.1°F (21.7°C). The lovely Pennsylvania town begins to showcase its summer radiance in May. The town is lush and green, enriched by the preceding rains. However, the wind speed diminishes compared to the windy winters, contributing to the warm and calm atmosphere.

Temperature

May in Chambersburg brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). In the month of May, Chambersburg experiences an average low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Chambersburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Chambersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Chambersburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Chambersburg, the average high-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Chambersburg?

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

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Chambersburg, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Chambersburg aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chambersburg have in May?

In May, the average day length in Chambersburg is 14h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:32 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chambersburg have in May?

In Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Chambersburg, PA

Average pressure in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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
Chambersburg, PA

Average wind speed in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Chambersburg, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Chambersburg, PA

Average rainfall in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Chambersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chambersburg, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chambersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chambersburg, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chambersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Chambersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Chambersburg, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Chambersburg, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Chambersburg, PA

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

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

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