Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). Benson records a consistent low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) during May nights.Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Benson, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Benson. May is the last month it regularly snows in Benson. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Benson aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Benson is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May in Benson, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Benson, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Benson?
What is the most humid month in Benson?
What is the average humidity in May in Benson?
How many days does it rain in May in Benson?
What is the last month it snows in Benson?
What is the average length of the day in May in Benson?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Benson?
How many hours of sunshine does Benson have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Benson?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Benson?
Average temperature in May
Benson, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°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 (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°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 (25.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Benson, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Benson, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Benson, MD
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Benson, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Benson, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Benson, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Benson, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benson, 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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Benson, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Benson, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Benson, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Benson, 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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