May weather forecast
Fort Washington, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average high of 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

Fort Washington sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in April to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout May, Fort Washington encounters an average temperature drop to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout May, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Washington, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fort Washington, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Fort Washington, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.8°F (22.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fort Washington, in May, during 14.1 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Fort Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average temperature in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average pressure in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average wind speed in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average humidity in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average rainfall in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average snowfall in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Washington, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average UV index in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Fort Washington, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Fort Washington, PA

Average visibility in May - Fort Washington, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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