May weather forecast
Sheffield, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sheffield, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

In Sheffield, the onset of May comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from April's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Sheffield registers a consistent average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) during May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Sheffield, in May, during 20.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 35.2" (894mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Sheffield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 101.6 snowfall days, and 57.36" (1457mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheffield are 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Sheffield?

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Sheffield, in May, during 20.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in May, Sheffield aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sheffield is 8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Sheffield, PA

Average pressure in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Sheffield, PA

Average wind speed in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Sheffield, PA

Average humidity in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Sheffield, PA

Average rainfall in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Sheffield, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sheffield, PA

Average snowfall in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Sheffield, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sheffield, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Sheffield, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sheffield, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Sheffield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Sheffield, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, August, September and December (4mi).

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