Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C). Pottsville's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 49.6°F (9.8°C).Humidity
In Pottsville, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pottsville. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Pottsville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) 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 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 68.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pottsville, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Pottsville, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Pottsville, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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