May weather forecast
Dawson, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dawson, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in Dawson's average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). An average temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) marks the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dawson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Dawson, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 17.44" (443mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dawson in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Dawson, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Dawson?

In Dawson, 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 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dawson, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Dawson aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Dawson, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dawson, PA

Average temperature in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Dawson, PA

Average pressure in May - Dawson, 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
Dawson, PA

Average wind speed in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Dawson, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

Average rainfall days in May
Dawson, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dawson, PA

Average snowfall in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dawson, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dawson, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dawson, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Dawson, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dawson, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Dawson, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
Dawson, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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