May weather forecast
Gaines, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gaines, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in April to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gaines, in May, during 15.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gaines. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Gaines aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gaines, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Gaines, Pennsylvania. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

During May, Gaines experiences an average high-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Gaines aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gaines have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaines have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gaines, PA

Average temperature in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Gaines, PA

Average pressure in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Gaines, PA

Average wind speed in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Gaines, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Gaines, PA

Average rainfall in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Gaines, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gaines, PA

Average snowfall in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gaines, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gaines, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Gaines, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Gaines, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Gaines, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Gaines, PA

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

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

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