May weather forecast
Railroad, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Railroad, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

In Railroad, the average high-temperature in May increases from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). An average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is observed during the May nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout May, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.3 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Railroad aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.2 snowfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Railroad, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

Railroad in May has an average high-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Railroad?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Railroad, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Railroad aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Railroad have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Railroad, PA

Average temperature in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Railroad, PA

Average pressure in May - Railroad, 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
Railroad, PA

Average wind speed in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Railroad, PA

Average humidity in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Railroad, PA

Average rainfall in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Railroad, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Railroad, PA

Average snowfall in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Railroad, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Railroad, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Railroad, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Railroad, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Railroad, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Railroad, PA

Average visibility in May - Railroad, 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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