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
A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) in April to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Scranton experiences an average drop to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Scranton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Scranton, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Scranton is 14h and 35min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Scranton, Iowa, is 8.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Scranton?
What is the average humidity in May in Scranton?
What is the rainiest month in Scranton?
How many days does it rain in May in Scranton?
What is the last month it snows in Scranton?
What is the average length of the day in May in Scranton?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Scranton?
How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May in Scranton?
Average temperature in May
Scranton, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 69.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Scranton, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Scranton, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Scranton, IA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Scranton, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 4.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in May
Scranton, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Scranton, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Scranton, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Scranton, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Scranton, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Scranton, IA
- 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Scranton, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Scranton, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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