May weather forecast
Lykens, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lykens, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.4°F (10.2°C) and max 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C). Lykens, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Lykens is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lykens aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Lykens, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in May leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lykens, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lykens aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lykens have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Lykens, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Lykens, PA

Average pressure in May - Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lykens, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in May
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

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
Lykens, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lykens, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Lykens, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Lykens, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Lykens, PA

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

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

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