May weather forecast
Lykens, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Lykens, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Lykens experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C). During the nights in May, Lykens observes an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Lykens is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lykens. Rain falls for 17.4 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 in Lykens. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lykens aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lykens, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lykens, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lykens, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lykens is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Lykens?

May temperatures in Lykens vary between a high-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and a low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lykens?

In Lykens, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Lykens?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Lykens. Rain falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Lykens in May?

In Lykens, Pennsylvania, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Lykens?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Lykens, Pennsylvania. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Lykens aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Lykens?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:30 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lykens?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in May in Lykens?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Lykens is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lykens, PA

Average temperature in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lykens, PA

Average pressure in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Lykens, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lykens, PA

Average humidity in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall in May - Lykens, PA
  • 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 February (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lykens, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lykens, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Lykens, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lykens, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lykens, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lykens, PA

Average UV index in May - Lykens, 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
Lykens, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Lykens, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Lykens, PA

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

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

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