May weather forecast
Plumsteadville, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Plumsteadville, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). An average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Plumsteadville is 77%.

Rainfall

In Plumsteadville, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Plumsteadville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) 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, Plumsteadville aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Plumsteadville, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plumsteadville, the average length of the day in May 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 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The high-temperature during May is 70.9°F (21.6°C) and the low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Plumsteadville, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Plumsteadville, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Plumsteadville?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Plumsteadville 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 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Plumsteadville have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Plumsteadville is 8.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Plumsteadville, PA

Average temperature in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average pressure in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average wind speed in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average humidity in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average rainfall in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average snowfall in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Plumsteadville, 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 18min).

  • 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average UV index in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

Average visibility in May - Plumsteadville, 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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