May weather forecast
Orefield, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Orefield, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 69.8°F (21°C).

Temperature

Orefield sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a moderate 59°F (15°C) in April to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). During the month of May, Orefield anticipates a mean low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

In Orefield, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.8 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

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, Orefield aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) 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 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Orefield, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In Orefield, 69.8°F (21°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) 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, Orefield aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orefield have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orefield have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

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 medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Orefield, PA

Average temperature in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°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
Orefield, PA

Average pressure in May - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

Average wind speed in May - Orefield, 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 (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Orefield, PA

Average humidity in May - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

Average rainfall in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Orefield, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Orefield, PA

Average snowfall in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Orefield, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Orefield, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Orefield, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Orefield, PA

Average UV index in May - Orefield, 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
Orefield, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Orefield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Orefield, PA

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

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

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