May weather forecast
East Petersburg, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in April to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). East Petersburg records an average nighttime low of 52.2°F (11.2°C) in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In East Petersburg, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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, East Petersburg aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Petersburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In East Petersburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In East Petersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in East Petersburg during May are 70.2°F (21.2°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In East Petersburg, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) 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, East Petersburg aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Petersburg have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In East Petersburg, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average pressure in May - East Petersburg, 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
East Petersburg, PA

Average wind speed in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average humidity in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average rainfall days in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average snowfall days in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Petersburg, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average sunshine days in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average UV index in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
East Petersburg, PA

Average cloud cover in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
East Petersburg, PA

Average visibility in May - East Petersburg, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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