May weather forecast
North East, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in North East, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of May, the average high-temperature transitions from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in April to a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C). North East reports an average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In North East, Pennsylvania, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In North East, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.5 days and collects up to 25.87" (657mm) 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, North East aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.3 snowfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in North East is 14h and 36min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.8°F (16°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In North East, during May, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, North East aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North East have in May?

In North East, the average day length in May is 14h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North East have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in North East is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
North East, PA

Average temperature in May - North East, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in May
North East, PA

Average pressure in May - North East, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
North East, PA

Average wind speed in May - North East, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in May
North East, PA

Average humidity in May - North East, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in May
North East, PA

Average rainfall in May - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.73").

Average rainfall days in May
North East, PA

Average rainfall days in May - North East, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
North East, PA

Average snowfall in May - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North East, PA

Average snowfall days in May - North East, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North East, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North East, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
North East, PA

Average sunshine days in May - North East, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in May
North East, PA

Average UV index in May - North East, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
North East, PA

Average cloud cover in May - North East, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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 29).

Average visibility in May
North East, PA

Average visibility in May - North East, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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