May weather forecast
Shirks Corner, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Shirks Corner, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52°F (11.1°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shirks Corner, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 15.16" (385mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shirks Corner are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shirks Corner aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Shirks Corner, during the entire year, snow falls for 17 days and aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shirks Corner, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Shirks Corner is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shirks Corner, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Shirks Corner, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shirks Corner?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shirks Corner aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shirks Corner have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Shirks Corner, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average temperature in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average pressure in May - Shirks Corner, 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
Shirks Corner, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average humidity in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average rainfall in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average snowfall in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shirks Corner, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average UV index in May - Shirks Corner, 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
Shirks Corner, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Shirks Corner, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Shirks Corner, PA

Average visibility in May - Shirks Corner, 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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