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
With the onset of May, Thornton's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). Thornton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) in the month of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In May, in Thornton, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Thornton aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Thornton, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 11.81" (300mm) of snow.Daylight
In Thornton, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 24min.On the first day of May in Thornton, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Thornton is 8.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Thornton are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Thornton?
What is the average humidity in May in Thornton?
How much does it rain in Thornton in May?
What is the last month it snows in Thornton?
How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Thornton?
How long on average sun shines in May in Thornton?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Thornton?
What is the UV index reading in May in Thornton?
Average temperature in May
Thornton, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Thornton, PA
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Thornton, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Thornton, PA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Thornton, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").
Average rainfall days in May
Thornton, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thornton, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Thornton, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thornton, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Thornton, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in May
Thornton, PA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Thornton, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Thornton, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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