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
Wilkes-Barre's transition into May is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in April to a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C). May witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).Humidity
In Wilkes-Barre, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Wilkes-Barre, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wilkes-Barre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wilkes-Barre aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Wilkes-Barre, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.Daylight
In Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 31min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, is 8.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Wilkes-Barre in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Wilkes-Barre?
How many days does it rain in May in Wilkes-Barre?
What is the last month it snows in Wilkes-Barre?
How many hours of daylight does Wilkes-Barre have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Wilkes-Barre?
How many hours of sunshine does Wilkes-Barre have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Wilkes-Barre?
How high is the UV index in May in Wilkes-Barre?
Average temperature in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average high temperature in May: 67.6°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 (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48°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).
Average pressure in May
Wilkes-Barre, 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
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Wilkes-Barre, 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 April (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wilkes-Barre, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Wilkes-Barre, 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
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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