May weather forecast
Gaines Junction, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Gaines Junction sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C). Nightly temperatures in Gaines Junction drop to an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Gaines Junction, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout May, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gaines Junction, there are 174 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Gaines Junction. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Gaines Junction aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Gaines Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.8 days and aggregates up to 41.54" (1055mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Gaines Junction, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Gaines Junction is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Gaines Junction. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Gaines Junction?

In Gaines Junction, 66.4°F (19.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Gaines Junction?

The average relative humidity in May in Gaines Junction is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Gaines Junction?

In Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, in May, during 18.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Gaines Junction?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Gaines Junction aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gaines Junction have in May?

The average day length in May in Gaines Junction, Pennsylvania, is 14h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Gaines Junction?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gaines Junction, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Gaines Junction?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Gaines Junction is 8.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Gaines Junction?

The months with the highest UV index in Gaines Junction are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May in Gaines Junction?

In Gaines Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average temperature in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average pressure in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Gaines Junction, PA

Average wind speed in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average humidity in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average rainfall in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average snowfall in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 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
Gaines Junction, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average UV index in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in May
Gaines Junction, PA

Average visibility in May - Gaines Junction, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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