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
As May arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Bethlehem witnesses an average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) throughout the month of May.Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Bethlehem, during May, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Bethlehem, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Bethlehem.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, in Bethlehem, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Bethlehem in May?
What is the most humid month in Bethlehem?
What is the average humidity in May in Bethlehem?
How much does it rain in Bethlehem in May?
When it does not snow in Bethlehem?
Does it snow in Bethlehem in May?
How many hours of daylight does Bethlehem have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Bethlehem?
How long on average sun shines in May in Bethlehem?
When is the highest UV index in Bethlehem?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Bethlehem?
Average temperature in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Bethlehem, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bethlehem, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Bethlehem, MD
- 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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