May weather forecast
Reliance, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Reliance, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Reliance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Reliance aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.37" (365mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Reliance, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May in Reliance, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Reliance, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Reliance?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Reliance, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Reliance aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Reliance have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Reliance, PA

Average temperature in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in May
Reliance, PA

Average pressure in May - Reliance, 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
Reliance, PA

Average wind speed in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Reliance, PA

Average humidity in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Reliance, PA

Average rainfall in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Reliance, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Reliance, PA

Average snowfall in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Reliance, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Reliance, 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 24min).

  • 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
Reliance, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Reliance, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Reliance, PA

Average UV index in May - Reliance, 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
Reliance, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Reliance, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (5mi).

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