May weather forecast
Gilberton, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Gilberton, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.5°F (9.7°C) and an average high of 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderate 57.2°F (14°C) in April to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). In Gilberton, the average nighttime temperature during May is a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gilberton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gilberton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in Gilberton, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During May, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gilberton in May?

During May, Gilberton experiences an average high-temperature of 68°F (20°C) and a low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Gilberton. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Gilberton, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Gilberton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Gilberton?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Gilberton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Gilberton, PA

Average temperature in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Gilberton, PA

Average pressure in May - Gilberton, 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
Gilberton, PA

Average wind speed in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Gilberton, PA

Average humidity in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Gilberton, PA

Average rainfall in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Gilberton, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gilberton, PA

Average snowfall in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Gilberton, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gilberton, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gilberton, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Gilberton, PA

Average UV index in May - Gilberton, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Gilberton, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Gilberton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Gilberton, PA

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

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

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