May weather forecast
West Reading, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in West Reading, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in May, with an increase from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in April to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). In the month of May, an average of 51.3°F (10.7°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In West Reading, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Reading aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. 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 are May temperatures?

In West Reading, 69.4°F (20.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.3°F (10.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

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, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, West Reading aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In West Reading, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
West Reading, PA

Average temperature in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in May
West Reading, PA

Average pressure in May - West Reading, 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
West Reading, PA

Average wind speed in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
West Reading, PA

Average humidity in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in May
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall days in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall days in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Reading, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Reading, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Reading, PA

Average sunshine days in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
West Reading, PA

Average UV index in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Reading, PA

Average cloud cover in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
West Reading, PA

Average visibility in May - West Reading, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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