May weather forecastBristol, MD
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Bristol, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).Temperature
May's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). May's average low-temperature reading settles at a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Bristol, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health 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:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Bristol, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in May
Bristol, 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
Bristol, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Bristol, MD
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Bristol, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in May
Bristol, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Bristol, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Bristol, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bristol, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Bristol, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Bristol, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Bristol, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Bristol, 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).
