May weather forecastUpper Octoraro, PA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Upper Octoraro, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 70.3°F (21.3°C).Temperature
As May begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) in April to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Upper Octoraro's temperature lowers to a mean of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during the nights in May.Humidity
May and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Upper Octoraro, during May, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Upper Octoraro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) 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, Upper Octoraro aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Upper Octoraro, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 24min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 70.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Upper Octoraro, 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Upper Octoraro, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Upper Octoraro, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in May
Upper Octoraro, 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).
