Scranton (PA)
May
Weather in Scranton, Pennsylvania for May 2027
Your guide to Scranton weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Scranton at the beginning of May is 16 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 19.6 °C by the end of May.
Scranton experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 272.1 mm.
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5
Dry days
26
Rainy days
0
Snow days
17°/9°
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16 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
Scranton Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Scranton
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May weather in Scranton day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Fog | 16° /5° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 |  Cloudy | 17° /7° | 4.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 | Mist | 17° /6° | 9.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 |  Light rain | 13° /6° | 33 mm | 5 | |
| May 5 | Light rain | 16° /10° | 17.6 mm | 4 | |
| May 6 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /9° | 24.2 mm | 3 | |
| May 7 | Fog | 17° /7° | 3.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 8 |  Light rain shower | 18° /8° | 4.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 9 | Light rain | 11° /6° | 47 mm | 2 | |
| May 10 | Light rain | 14° /5° | 7.1 mm | 3 | |
| May 11 | Fog | 13° /5° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 12 | Light drizzle | 14° /4° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 13 | Light drizzle | 16° /8° | 6.8 mm | 4 | |
| May 14 | Light rain shower | 15° /9° | 7.2 mm | 3 | |
| May 15 |  Moderate rain | 14° /9° | 6 mm | 3 | |
| May 16 | Light rain shower | 20° /9° | 7.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 23° /13° | 1.1 mm | 6 | |
| May 18 |  Overcast | 19° /12° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /11° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 20 | Fog | 21° /8° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| May 21 | Fog | 18° /10° | 17.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 22 |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 18° /8° | 18.7 mm | 6 | |
| May 23 | Light rain shower | 13° /8° | 9.7 mm | 3 | |
| May 24 | Mist | 15° /7° | 2 mm | 3 | |
| May 25 | Patchy rain possible | 20° /9° | 4.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 26 | Overcast | 22° /9° | 0.5 mm | 7 | |
| May 27 | Light rain shower | 21° /13° | 8.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 28 | Fog | 17° /10° | 4 mm | 6 | |
| May 29 | Mist | 19° /8° | 2.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 30 | Mist | 19° /8° | 8.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 31 |  Partly cloudy | 19° /5° | 0 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Scranton in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Scranton forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Scranton in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scranton during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Scranton during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 272.1 mm is expected in Scranton during May, occurring over more than 26 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Scranton during May?
The average wind speed in Scranton during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Scranton
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Typically, Scranton has 26 rainy days in May with a total of 272.1 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Scranton during May
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