May weather forecast
State College, PA

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Weather in May

May arrives in State College with a promise of warmth as the spring season reaches its peak. Compared to the increasing temperatures scheduled for June, the comfortable warmth of May forms an optimal weather condition. The unique element of May lies in the negligible snowfall of 0.12" (3mm), indicating the definitive end of the winter season. The town emanates vibrancy as greenery proliferates, consolidating the seasonal sway towards summer. Increased outdoor activities within this month serve as an excellent prelude to the coming summer festivity.

Temperature

May witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in April to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). State College witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) throughout May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in State College. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, State College aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In State College, during the entire year, snow falls for 59 days and aggregates up to 26.3" (668mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

State College in May has an average high-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

What is the rainiest month?

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

How many days does it rain in May?

In State College, in May, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

How many hours of daylight does State College have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does State College have in May?

In State College, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in State College?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in May
State College, PA

Average temperature in May - State College, 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).

Average pressure in May
State College, PA

Average pressure in May - State College, 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).

Average wind speed in May
State College, PA

Average wind speed in May - State College, 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).

Average humidity in May
State College, PA

Average humidity in May - State College, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
State College, PA

Average rainfall in May - State College, 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").

Average rainfall days in May
State College, PA

Average rainfall days in May - State College, 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).

Average snowfall in May
State College, PA

Average snowfall in May - State College, 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").

Average snowfall days in May
State College, PA

Average snowfall days in May - State College, 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).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
State College, PA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - State College, 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).

Average sunshine days in May
State College, PA

Average sunshine days in May - State College, 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).

Average UV index in May
State College, PA

Average UV index in May - State College, 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
State College, PA

Average cloud cover in May - State College, 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).

Average visibility in May
State College, PA

Average visibility in May - State College, 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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