May weather forecast
Franklin, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Franklin, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). In Franklin, an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) is recorded during May nights.

Humidity

May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in May, it is raining for 20.7 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186 days and collects up to 38.03" (966mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.8 days and aggregates up to 42.95" (1091mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Franklin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Franklin?

The months with the lowest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Franklin, during May, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Franklin aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in May?

In Franklin, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Franklin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Franklin?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Franklin.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Franklin, PA

Average temperature in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Franklin, PA

Average pressure in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Franklin, PA

Average wind speed in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Franklin, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Franklin, PA

Average rainfall in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").

Average rainfall days in May
Franklin, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Franklin, PA

Average snowfall in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Franklin, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Franklin, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Franklin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5 days).

Average UV index in May
Franklin, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Franklin, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Franklin, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September and December (4mi).

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