May weather forecast
Pittsfield, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Pittsfield, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.4°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in April to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). During May, Pittsfield observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Pittsfield, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Pittsfield aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Pittsfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.7 days and aggregates up to 29.57" (751mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Pittsfield, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Pittsfield, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pittsfield, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Pittsfield aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pittsfield have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Pittsfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average temperature in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average wind speed in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average humidity in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average rainfall in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.42").

Average rainfall days in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pittsfield, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pittsfield, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Pittsfield, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and December (4mi).

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