May weather forecast
South Fork, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in South Fork, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 67.8°F (19.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). In South Fork, May nights cool down to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In South Fork, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, South Fork aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.2 snowfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In South Fork, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In South Fork, in May, the average high-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, South Fork aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Fork have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May in South Fork, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:38 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 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In South Fork, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
South Fork, PA

Average temperature in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in May
South Fork, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Fork, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
South Fork, PA

Average humidity in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in May
South Fork, PA

Average rainfall in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.1").

Average rainfall days in May
South Fork, PA

Average rainfall days in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Fork, PA

Average snowfall in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Fork, PA

Average snowfall days in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Fork, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Fork, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Fork, PA

Average sunshine days in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
South Fork, PA

Average UV index in May - South Fork, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
South Fork, PA

Average cloud cover in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May
South Fork, PA

Average visibility in May - South Fork, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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