May weather forecast
Switzer, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Switzer, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 69.8°F (21°C).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a mild 59°F (15°C) in April to an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C). Switzer sees an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C) during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Switzer, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Switzer aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Switzer, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Switzer, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Switzer, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In Switzer, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Switzer in May?

In May, in Switzer, the average high-temperature is 69.8°F (21°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Switzer, during May, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Switzer aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Switzer?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Switzer is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Switzer, PA

Average temperature in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Switzer, PA

Average pressure in May - Switzer, 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
Switzer, PA

Average wind speed in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Switzer, PA

Average humidity in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Switzer, PA

Average rainfall in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
Switzer, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Switzer, PA

Average snowfall in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Switzer, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Switzer, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Switzer, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Switzer, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Switzer, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Switzer, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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