Scranton
May
Weather in Scranton for May 2025
Your guide to Scranton weather in May - trends and predictions
Expect cooler weather in first days of May 2025 in Scranton with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 16.3 °F, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Scranton at the beginning of May is 15.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 20.4 °F by the end of May.
The climate of Scranton in May is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 141.9 mm of precipitation.
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16
Dry days
15
Rainy days
0
Snow days
18°/10°
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14 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Scranton Weather May
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  16° | 2 18° | 3  19° | ||||
| 4  8° | 5 9° | 6 15° | 7 21° | 8  25° | 9 13° | 10 9° |
| 11 10° | 12 5° | 13 15° | 14 19° | 15  13° | 16 17° | 17 19° |
| 18 16° | 19 19° | 20 23° | 21 26° | 22  28° | 23 22° | 24 23° |
| 25 25° | 26 25° | 27 18° | 28 21° | 29  17° | 30 18° | 31  19° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Scranton
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 | Sunny | 16° /1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| May 2 | Sunny | 18° /2° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| May 3 | Mist | 19° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 4 | Light rain | 8° /7° | 18.3 mm | 2 | |
| May 5 | Light rain | 9° /6° | 21 mm | 2 | |
| May 6 | Fog | 15° /11° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 7 | Fog | 21° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 8 | Light rain shower | 25° /13° | 4.3 mm | 6 | |
| May 9 | Light rain | 13° /9° | 6.1 mm | 3 | |
| May 10 | Light rain | 9° /5° | 17.7 mm | 2 | |
| May 11 | Fog | 10° /5° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| May 12 | Light drizzle | 5° /4° | 7.6 mm | 2 | |
| May 13 | Light drizzle | 15° /4° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 14 | Light rain shower | 19° /11° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| May 15 | Moderate rain | 13° /12° | 17.2 mm | 3 | |
| May 16 | Light rain shower | 17° /9° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /10° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 18 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /12° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /11° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 20 | Fog | 23° /10° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Fog | 26° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 22 | Patchy light rain with thunder | 28° /14° | 2.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 23 | Light rain shower | 22° /15° | 6.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 24 | Mist | 23° /10° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 25 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /11° | 6.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 26 | Fog | 25° /13° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| May 27 | Light rain shower | 18° /15° | 24 mm | 4 | |
| May 28 | Fog | 21° /13° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 29 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 17° /10° | 4.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 30 | Mist | 18° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 31 | Partly cloudy | 19° /4° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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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.
Scranton in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scranton during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 18° and cooler nights around 10°. 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 141.9 mm is expected in Scranton during May, occurring over more than 15 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 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Scranton
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