May weather forecast
Swarthmore, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). During the nights in May, Swarthmore experiences a consistent average temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Swarthmore, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swarthmore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Swarthmore aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Swarthmore, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swarthmore, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Swarthmore, is 72°F (22.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Swarthmore?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Swarthmore, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does Swarthmore have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Swarthmore, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Swarthmore?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average temperature in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average pressure in May - Swarthmore, 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
Swarthmore, PA

Average wind speed in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average humidity in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Swarthmore, 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 4min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average UV index in May - Swarthmore, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Swarthmore, PA

Average visibility in May - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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