May weather forecast
Northampton Heights, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

Northampton Heights's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). An average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Northampton Heights, during May, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Northampton Heights aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northampton Heights, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Northampton Heights?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Northampton Heights aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northampton Heights have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Northampton Heights?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northampton Heights, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northampton Heights have in May?

In Northampton Heights, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

When is the highest UV index in Northampton Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average temperature in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average pressure in May - Northampton Heights, 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average wind speed in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average humidity in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northampton Heights, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average UV index in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Northampton Heights, PA

Average visibility in May - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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