May weather forecast
South Canaan, PA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a rise in May, the average high-temperature goes from April's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). South Canaan's nights in May experience an average temperature drop to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and August, with an average 2.48" (63mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, South Canaan aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Canaan, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 25.98" (660mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in South Canaan is 14h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in South Canaan?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Canaan during May are 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in South Canaan?

In South Canaan, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in South Canaan?

The wettest months are May and August, with an average 2.48" (63mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in South Canaan in May?

In South Canaan, in May, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in South Canaan?

May is the last month it regularly snows in South Canaan. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, South Canaan aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in South Canaan?

In South Canaan, Pennsylvania, the average day length in May is 14h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in South Canaan?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Canaan, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in South Canaan?

The average sunshine duration in May in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, is 7.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in South Canaan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in South Canaan?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Canaan, PA

Average temperature in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
South Canaan, PA

Average pressure in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
South Canaan, PA

Average wind speed in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
South Canaan, PA

Average humidity in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
South Canaan, PA

Average rainfall in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in May
South Canaan, PA

Average rainfall days in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
South Canaan, PA

Average snowfall in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
South Canaan, PA

Average snowfall days in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
South Canaan, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 3min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
South Canaan, PA

Average sunshine days in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
South Canaan, PA

Average UV index in May - South Canaan, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
South Canaan, PA

Average cloud cover in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in May
South Canaan, PA

Average visibility in May - South Canaan, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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