May weather forecast
Milford, DE

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Weather in May

May in Milford, Delaware transitions from moderate spring to the initial phase of summer. While the weather remains warm, rainfall hits 2.28" (58mm), contributing to the increased humidity levels. The sunshine registers a significant increase, with longer daylight hours and reduced cloudiness. The wind has a gentle rhythm, marking the departure from the breezy spring season.

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks May in Milford, moving from April's mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). Milford throughout May, records an average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Milford is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Milford, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout May, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Milford, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Milford. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Milford is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Milford, Delaware, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Milford?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Milford, is 70°F (21.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Milford?

May is the most humid month in Milford, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May in Milford?

The average relative humidity in May in Milford, Delaware, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Milford in May?

In Milford, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Milford?

May is the first month it typically snows in Milford, Delaware. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Milford have in May?

In Milford, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Milford?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Milford, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Milford have in May?

In Milford, Delaware, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Milford?

In Milford, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Milford, DE

Average temperature in May - Milford, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Milford, DE

Average pressure in May - Milford, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Milford, DE

Average wind speed in May - Milford, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Milford, DE

Average humidity in May - Milford, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Milford, DE

Average rainfall in May - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Milford, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Milford, DE

Average snowfall in May - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Milford, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Milford, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Milford, DE
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Milford, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Milford, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Milford, DE

Average UV index in May - Milford, DE
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Milford, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Milford, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Milford, DE

Average visibility in May - Milford, DE
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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