May weather forecast
Aberdeen, MD

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Weather in May

May further solidifies spring's grip on Aberdeen's weather, initiating the climb towards summer. A distinct elevation in temperature is noticeable with afternoon highs reaching up to 71.8°F (22.1°C). The weather becomes more predictable, featuring warm days and mild nights. As the day stretches out, it provides ample time for outdoor activities. Consequently, May marks a departure from the unpredictable spring weather of April.

Temperature

Entering May, Aberdeen sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 71.8°F (22.1°C). During the month of May, an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) is recorded in Aberdeen.

Humidity

The most humid month in Aberdeen, Maryland, is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Aberdeen, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, in Aberdeen, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Aberdeen, Maryland. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Aberdeen?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Aberdeen, is 71.8°F (22.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Aberdeen?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Aberdeen?

In May, the average relative humidity in Aberdeen, Maryland, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, Maryland, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Aberdeen?

May is the first month it typically snows in Aberdeen, Maryland. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Aberdeen?

In May, the average day length in Aberdeen, Maryland, is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Aberdeen?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Aberdeen?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Aberdeen?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Aberdeen.

How high is the UV index in May in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average temperature in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average pressure in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average wind speed in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average humidity in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average rainfall in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average snowfall in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average UV index in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Aberdeen, MD

Average visibility in May - Aberdeen, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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