Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in April to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). In South Sterling, in May, the average low-temperature is a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In South Sterling, in May, during 17.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in South Sterling. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, South Sterling aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.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, in South Sterling, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In South Sterling, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in May is 8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for South Sterling in May?
What is the average humidity in May in South Sterling?
How many days does it rain in May in South Sterling?
What is the last month it snows in South Sterling?
What is the average length of the day in May in South Sterling?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in South Sterling?
How many hours of sunshine does South Sterling have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in South Sterling?
How high is the UV index in May in South Sterling?
Average temperature in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in May
South Sterling, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).
Average rainfall in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
South Sterling, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
South Sterling, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
South Sterling, 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
South Sterling, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 52
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
South Sterling, 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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