May weather forecast
Shrewsbury, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shrewsbury, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

Shrewsbury in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in April to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout May, Shrewsbury registers a consistent average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

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. In Shrewsbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.3 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Shrewsbury, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Shrewsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shrewsbury in May?

In Shrewsbury, in May, the average high-temperature is 70.3°F (21.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shrewsbury, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Shrewsbury, 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, Shrewsbury aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, 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 Shrewsbury, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shrewsbury, PA

Average temperature in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average pressure in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average wind speed in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average humidity in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average rainfall in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average snowfall in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average UV index in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Shrewsbury, 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
Shrewsbury, PA

Average visibility in May - Shrewsbury, 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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