Wilkes-Barre (PA)
May
Weather in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania for May 2026
Your guide to Wilkes-Barre weather in May - trends and predictions
The forecast for the next days in Wilkes-Barre predicts temperatures to be around 17 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Wilkes-Barre at the beginning of May is 18.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 20.4 °F by the end of May.
Wilkes-Barre experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 294.8 mm.
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5
Dry days
26
Rainy days
0
Snow days
19°/9°
Temperatures
15 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
Wilkes-Barre Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Wilkes-Barre
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May weather in Wilkes-Barre day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Fog | 18° /5° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 |  Overcast | 19° /8° | 3.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 3 |  Cloudy | 19° /6° | 7.9 mm | 6 | |
| May 4 |  Sunny | 25° /6° | 0 mm | 6.7 | |
| May 5 |  Patchy rain possible | 23° /10° | 1.9 mm | 6.8 | |
| May 6 |  Moderate rain | 15° /7° | 16.9 mm | 0.5 | |
| May 7 | Moderate rain | 10° /4° | 11.6 mm | 2.1 | |
| May 8 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /-1° | 1.6 mm | 0.8 | |
| May 9 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 1.9 mm | 2 | |
| May 10 |  Partly cloudy | 19° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 11 | Moderate rain | 21° /11° | 8.7 mm | 4 | |
| May 12 | Overcast | 13° /5° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| May 13 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /2° | 0.1 mm | 2 | |
| May 14 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /0° | 1.3 mm | 2 | |
| May 15 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| May 16 | Sunny | 21° /5° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| May 17 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /9° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 18 | Patchy rain possible | 16° /12° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| May 19 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /9° | 0.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Fog | 21° /6° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| May 21 | Fog | 19° /10° | 17.6 mm | 5 | |
| May 22 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /9° | 28.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 23 | Light rain shower | 17° /9° | 4.6 mm | 4 | |
| May 24 | Mist | 19° /7° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| May 25 | Patchy rain possible | 22° /8° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| May 26 |  Patchy light drizzle | 23° /9° | 1.5 mm | 5 | |
| May 27 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /10° | 13.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 28 | Patchy light drizzle | 19° /10° | 6.5 mm | 4 | |
| May 29 |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 20° /9° | 2.1 mm | 5 | |
| May 30 | Mist | 21° /8° | 9.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 31 | Partly cloudy | 18° /6° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Wilkes-Barre in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wilkes-Barre during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wilkes-Barre during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 294.8 mm is expected in Wilkes-Barre during May, occurring over more than 26 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wilkes-Barre during May?
The average wind speed in Wilkes-Barre during May is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Wilkes-Barre
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Typically, Wilkes-Barre has 26 rainy days in May with a total of 294.8 mm of rainfall.
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