May weather forecastBowie, MD
May
Weather in May
As the calendar turns to May in Bowie, Maryland, the unmistakable onset of summer is detected. Heat gradually becomes a mainstay, and there is a clear withdrawal from rainfall which drops to 2.95" (75mm). The humidity significantly picks up, providing a typical summer characteristic. A slight decline in wind speed is observed, further confirming a hot summer’s presence. However, continuous sunshine softens the sweltering conditions, making daytime more enjoyable.Temperature
Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) is recorded during May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Bowie, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bowie, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.7 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Bowie, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bowie, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in May
Bowie, MD
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Bowie, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Bowie, MD
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Bowie, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Bowie, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bowie, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bowie, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bowie, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bowie, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Bowie, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bowie, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Bowie, MD
- 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).
