May weather forecast
University Park, PA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in University Park, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

University Park's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in April to a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C). University Park throughout May, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in University Park is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in University Park is May, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in University Park are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in University Park. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, University Park aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in University Park, there are 59 snowfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in University Park, Pennsylvania, is 14h and 29min.
On the first day of May in University Park, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in University Park?

The high-temperature, in May, in University Park, records 69.1°F (20.6°C), while the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in University Park?

The average relative humidity in May in University Park is 79%.

What is the wettest month in University Park?

The month with the most rainfall in University Park is May, when the rain falls for 19.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in University Park in May?

In University Park, Pennsylvania, during May, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in University Park?

May is the last month it regularly snows in University Park, Pennsylvania. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, University Park aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does University Park have in May?

The average day length in May in University Park is 14h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in University Park?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in University Park, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does University Park have in May?

In University Park, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in University Park?

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

How high is the UV index in May in University Park?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in University Park, Pennsylvania, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
University Park, PA

Average temperature in May - University Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in May: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.2°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 (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
University Park, PA

Average pressure in May - University Park, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
University Park, PA

Average wind speed in May - University Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
University Park, PA

Average humidity in May - University Park, PA
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
University Park, PA

Average rainfall in May - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
University Park, PA

Average rainfall days in May - University Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
University Park, PA

Average snowfall in May - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
University Park, PA

Average snowfall days in May - University Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
University Park, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - University Park, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
University Park, PA

Average sunshine days in May - University Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
University Park, PA

Average UV index in May - University Park, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
University Park, PA

Average cloud cover in May - University Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in May
University Park, PA

Average visibility in May - University Park, PA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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