May weather forecast
Salisbury, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salisbury, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average high of 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

Salisbury sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in April to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Salisbury, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Salisbury, Pennsylvania, is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Salisbury. May is the last month it regularly snows in Salisbury. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Salisbury aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Salisbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.3 days and aggregates up to 33.39" (848mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salisbury, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Salisbury, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Salisbury are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Salisbury in May?

The high-temperature during May is 67.6°F (19.8°C) and the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Salisbury?

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

What is the wettest month in Salisbury?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Salisbury, Pennsylvania. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Salisbury in May?

In May, in Salisbury, the rain falls for 22.8 days. Throughout May, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Salisbury?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Salisbury, Pennsylvania. During 0.7 snowfall days, in May, Salisbury aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salisbury have in May?

The average day length in May in Salisbury is 14h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Salisbury?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salisbury, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Salisbury?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Salisbury?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Salisbury, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index reading in May in Salisbury?

In Salisbury, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading 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
Salisbury, PA

Average temperature in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Salisbury, PA

Average pressure in May - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, PA

Average wind speed in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Salisbury, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Salisbury, PA

Average rainfall in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in May
Salisbury, PA

Average rainfall days in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 22.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Salisbury, PA

Average snowfall in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Salisbury, PA

Average snowfall days in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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
Salisbury, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Salisbury, PA

Average sunshine days in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 6.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Salisbury, PA

Average UV index in May - Salisbury, 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Salisbury, PA

Average cloud cover in May - Salisbury, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Salisbury, PA

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

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

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