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United StatesThe weather in May in Pittsburgh
It's warm in May in Pittsburgh with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 17°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2018, Pittsburgh reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 102 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Pittsburgh
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Pittsburgh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Pittsburgh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 23°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 102 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Pittsburgh with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 23°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Pittsburgh is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Pittsburgh
Temperature in May in Pittsburgh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Pittsburgh
Total precipitation in May in Pittsburgh over the years
Daily UV index in May in Pittsburgh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Pittsburgh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Pittsburgh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Pittsburgh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.