May weather forecast
Durham, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Durham, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.5°F (10.3°C) and max 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Temperature

Durham's May weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Durham is 79%.

Rainfall

In Durham, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Durham, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Durham.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Durham is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Durham is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Durham is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Durham?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Durham, Pennsylvania, during May are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Durham?

The average relative humidity in May in Durham is 79%.

How much does it rain in Durham in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Durham?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Durham in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Durham, the average day length in May is 14h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Durham?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Durham, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in May?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Durham?

In Durham, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Durham, PA

Average temperature in May - Durham, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Durham, PA

Average pressure in May - Durham, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Durham, PA

Average wind speed in May - Durham, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Durham, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Durham, PA

Average rainfall in May - Durham, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Durham, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Durham, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Durham, PA

Average snowfall in May - Durham, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Durham, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Durham, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Durham, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Durham, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Durham, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Durham, PA

Average UV index in May - Durham, PA
  • 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Durham, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Durham, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Durham, PA

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

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

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