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Pennsylvania temperatures in May

Pennsylvania is a region in the United States of America. May in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from pleasant in Erie with 19°C to high temperatures in Philadelphia with 24°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Philadelphia and 10°C in Erie.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Pennsylvania in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of Pennsylvania, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in Pennsylvania?
  • From a thorough analysis of our records, Philadelphia clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 24°C, and evenings that remain near 14°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in Pennsylvania?
  • For the month of May, Erie is the most temperate city in Pennsylvania based on our records. With highs averaging 19°C and nighttime temperatures dipping to around 10°C.

  • How much sun does Pennsylvania get in May?
  • The city Philadelphia usually sees around 247 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 12°C in Philadelphia this month, so not the best month to swim.

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