Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). Throughout the month of May, University Park expects an average low of 48.2°F (9°C).Humidity
In University Park, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, University Park aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59 snowfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Average temperature in May
University Park, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in May
University Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
University Park, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
University Park, PA
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in May
University Park, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
University Park, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
University Park, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
University Park, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 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
University Park, PA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
University Park, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).
Average UV index in May
University Park, PA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
University Park, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
University Park, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
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