May weather forecast
Mechanics Valley, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Mechanics Valley, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.9°F (21.6°C) and an average low of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from April's moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

In Mechanics Valley, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Mechanics Valley, Pennsylvania, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Mechanics Valley aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mechanics Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mechanics Valley in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Mechanics Valley, is 70.9°F (21.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Mechanics Valley, Pennsylvania, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Mechanics Valley. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Mechanics Valley aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Mechanics Valley, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average temperature in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average pressure in May - Mechanics Valley, 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
Mechanics Valley, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average humidity in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average rainfall in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average snowfall in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mechanics Valley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average UV index in May - Mechanics Valley, 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
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Mechanics Valley, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Mechanics Valley, PA

Average visibility in May - Mechanics Valley, 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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