May weather forecastWhitney, PA

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whitney, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 70.2°F (21.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Whitney's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from April's mild 59°F (15°C) to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). The low-temperature averages to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Whitney, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Whitney, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Whitney, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during May morphs into the following directions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Whitney, 70.2°F (21.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

In May, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

May through September are months without snowfall in Whitney.

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

In May, the average day length is 14h and 26min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:40 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

In Whitney, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

59°F

70.2°F

76.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.8mph

7.1mph

6.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

17.8

20.4

Average snowfall

0.59"

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.8

11.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Whitney, PA

Average high temperature in May: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Whitney, PA

Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whitney, PA

Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Whitney, PA

Average humidity in May: 79%

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

Average rainfall in May
Whitney, PA

Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in May
Whitney, PA

Average rainfall days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitney, PA

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whitney, PA

Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whitney, 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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).