May weather forecastPhilipsburg, PA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Philipsburg, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and an average low of 48°F (8.9°C).Temperature
With the beginning of May, Philipsburg's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) in April to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). The average temperature drops to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Philipsburg aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Philipsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.7 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.Daylight
In Philipsburg, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Philipsburg, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in May translates into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in May
Philipsburg, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").
Average rainfall days in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Philipsburg, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and September (4mi).
