May weather forecast
Dauphin, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dauphin, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.9°F (10.5°C) and max 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals an increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) to an agreeable 70.2°F (21.2°C). Dauphin, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In Dauphin, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dauphin aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Dauphin, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 15.67" (398mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dauphin, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dauphin, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dauphin in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dauphin, records 70.2°F (21.2°C), while the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Dauphin, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Dauphin, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dauphin?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dauphin, Pennsylvania. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Dauphin aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dauphin have in May?

In Dauphin, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dauphin?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Dauphin, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Dauphin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Dauphin, PA

Average temperature in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Dauphin, PA

Average pressure in May - Dauphin, 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
Dauphin, PA

Average wind speed in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Dauphin, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Dauphin, PA

Average rainfall in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Dauphin, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dauphin, PA

Average snowfall in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dauphin, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dauphin, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dauphin, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Dauphin, PA

Average UV index in May - Dauphin, 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
Dauphin, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Dauphin, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Dauphin, PA

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

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

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