May weather forecast
New Hanover, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average high of 70.7°F (21.5°C).

Temperature

New Hanover sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). During the month of May, the temperature in New Hanover generally drops to a low average of 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

In New Hanover, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, in New Hanover, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in New Hanover.

Daylight

In New Hanover, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of May in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in New Hanover?

An average high-temperature, in May, in New Hanover, is 70.7°F (21.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Hanover?

The average relative humidity in May in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How much does it rain in New Hanover in May?

In New Hanover, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in New Hanover in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in New Hanover?

In New Hanover, Pennsylvania, the average day length in May is 14h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in New Hanover?

On the first day of May in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Hanover have in May?

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

What are the months with the highest UV index in New Hanover?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May in New Hanover?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Hanover, Pennsylvania, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
New Hanover, PA

Average temperature in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
New Hanover, PA

Average pressure in May - New Hanover, 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
New Hanover, PA

Average wind speed in May - New Hanover, 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 (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
New Hanover, PA

Average humidity in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
New Hanover, PA

Average rainfall days in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
New Hanover, PA

Average snowfall in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
New Hanover, PA

Average snowfall days in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
New Hanover, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in May
New Hanover, PA

Average sunshine days in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
New Hanover, PA

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

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Average cloud cover in May
New Hanover, PA

Average cloud cover in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
New Hanover, PA

Average visibility in May - New Hanover, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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