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
May's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in April to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). During May, Scranton records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 62.8°F (17.1°C).Humidity
May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Scranton.Rainfall
In Scranton, in May, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scranton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.2 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Scranton.Daylight
In Scranton, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 56min.On the first day of May in Scranton, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Scranton, the average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Scranton?
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How many days does it rain in May in Scranton?
When it does not snow in Scranton?
How many hours of daylight does Scranton have in May?
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How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Scranton?
Average temperature in May
Scranton, SC
- Average high temperature in May: 79.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 62.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Scranton, SC
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Scranton, SC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Scranton, SC
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Scranton, SC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").
Average rainfall days in May
Scranton, SC
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Scranton, SC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Scranton, SC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Scranton, SC
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Scranton, SC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Scranton, SC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Scranton, SC
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Scranton, SC
- 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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