Altoona (PA)
May
Weather in Altoona, Pennsylvania for May 2026
Your guide to Altoona weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Altoona at the beginning of May is 20.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 16.6 °F by the end of May.
Altoona experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 283 mm.
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9
Dry days
22
Rainy days
0
Snow days
18°/10°
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16 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Altoona Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Altoona
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May weather in Altoona day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 26° /9° | 24.4 mm | 6 | |
| May 2 |  Patchy rain possible | 24° /15° | 5.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /14° | 9.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 4 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /12° | 16.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 5 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /15° | 36.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 6 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 8 mm | 4 | |
| May 7 |  Cloudy | 19° /9° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 8 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /9° | 5.9 mm | 4 | |
| May 9 | Moderate rain at times | 12° /5° | 6.4 mm | 3 | |
| May 10 |  Partly cloudy | 21° /4° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 11 |  Sunny | 21° /8° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 12 | Cloudy | 23° /10° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 13 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /14° | 45.6 mm | 4 | |
| May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /14° | 9 mm | 4 | |
| May 15 | Moderate rain at times | 23° /13° | 2.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 16 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 26° /16° | 3.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 24° /13° | 1.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 18 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 19 | Cloudy | 17° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 20 |  Overcast | 16° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 21 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /9° | 26.3 mm | 3 | |
| May 22 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /8° | 22.9 mm | 3 | |
| May 23 | Moderate rain at times | 12° /6° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
| May 24 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /6° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| May 25 | Overcast | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 26 | Overcast | 19° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 27 | Overcast | 17° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 28 |  Moderate rain | 10° /8° | 30.8 mm | 3 | |
| May 29 |  Fog | 19° /9° | 2.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 30 | Moderate rain | 18° /13° | 19.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 31 | Overcast | 16° /9° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Altoona 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 Altoona forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Altoona in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Altoona 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 Altoona during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 283 mm is expected in Altoona during May, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Altoona during May?
The average wind speed in Altoona during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Altoona
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