May weather forecast
Prospect, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Prospect, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 70.5°F (21.4°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to an agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C). In May, Prospect reports a consistent average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Prospect are April through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Prospect, during May, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Prospect, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Prospect. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Prospect aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Prospect, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.8 days and aggregates up to 27.76" (705mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Prospect, the average high-temperature is 70.5°F (21.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Prospect, during May, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Prospect aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Prospect, Pennsylvania, is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Prospect, PA

Average temperature in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Prospect, PA

Average pressure in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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
Prospect, PA

Average wind speed in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Prospect, PA

Average humidity in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in May
Prospect, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Prospect, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Prospect, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Prospect, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Prospect, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Prospect, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Prospect, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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