May weather forecast
New Salem, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in New Salem, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.8°F (22.1°C) and min 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Throughout May in New Salem, a steady low-temperature average of 51.1°F (10.6°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Salem. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, New Salem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In New Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 56 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of May, in New Salem, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Salem, Pennsylvania, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in New Salem in May?

New Salem in May has an average high-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Salem?

The average relative humidity in May in New Salem is 79%.

What is the wettest month in New Salem?

The month with the most rainfall in New Salem, Pennsylvania, is May, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in New Salem in May?

In New Salem, Pennsylvania, in May, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in New Salem?

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

How many hours of daylight does New Salem have in May?

In New Salem, Pennsylvania, the average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in New Salem?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Salem, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in New Salem?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in New Salem?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in New Salem is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
New Salem, PA

Average temperature in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
New Salem, PA

Average pressure in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
New Salem, PA

Average wind speed in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
New Salem, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in May
New Salem, PA

Average rainfall in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in May
New Salem, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
New Salem, PA

Average snowfall days in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
New Salem, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Salem, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
New Salem, PA

Average sunshine days in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
New Salem, PA

Average UV index in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
New Salem, PA

Average cloud cover in May - New Salem, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in May
New Salem, PA

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

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

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