May weather forecast
Scranton, NY

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Scranton, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Scranton's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in April to a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) on average during May.

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Scranton. Rain falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Scranton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Scranton, during the entire year, snow falls for 81.7 days and aggregates up to 31.73" (806mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Scranton is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Scranton, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Scranton is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Scranton in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scranton during May are 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in May in Scranton, New York, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Scranton?

The month with the most rainfall in Scranton is May, when the rain falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Scranton?

In Scranton, New York, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Scranton?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Scranton aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Scranton?

The average day length in May in Scranton, New York, is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Scranton?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scranton, New York, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in May?

In Scranton, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Scranton?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Scranton, New York, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Scranton, NY

Average temperature in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average high temperature in May: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Scranton, NY

Average pressure in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Scranton, NY

Average wind speed in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Scranton, NY

Average humidity in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in May
Scranton, NY

Average rainfall days in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Scranton, NY

Average snowfall days in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Scranton, NY

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Scranton, NY

Average sunshine days in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Scranton, NY

Average UV index in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Scranton, NY

Average cloud cover in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Scranton, NY

Average visibility in May - Scranton, NY
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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