May Weather in Wilkes-Barre

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Wilkes-Barre, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wilkes-Barre throughout May hovers around 75%.

2°C (35°F)

Minimum temperature

15°C (60°F)

Average temperature

30°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Wilkes-Barre averages 122 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 30 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

122 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 30 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Wilkes-Barre reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
	07:00	08:00	09:00	10:00	11:00	12:00	13:00	14:00	15:00	16:00	17:00	18:00	19:00
UVI	1	2	4	6	8	9	10	9	8	5	3	2	1
Exposure	Low		Moderate	High	VeryHigh					Moderate		Low
Time to burn	45 min		30 min	25 min	15 min					30 min		45 min