May weather forecast
Cheltenham, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cheltenham, is a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 73.6°F (23.1°C) and min 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

May comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 64.4°F (18°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month in Cheltenham, Maryland.

Rainfall

In Cheltenham, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cheltenham, there are 164.8 rainfall days, and 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cheltenham, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Cheltenham, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of May, in Cheltenham, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Cheltenham, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cheltenham 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Cheltenham?

The high-temperature during May is 73.6°F (23.1°C) and the low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Cheltenham?

May is the most humid month in Cheltenham, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May in Cheltenham?

In Cheltenham, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Cheltenham in May?

In Cheltenham, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cheltenham?

May through October are months without snowfall in Cheltenham.

Does it snow in Cheltenham in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

In Cheltenham, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Cheltenham?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cheltenham, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheltenham have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Cheltenham, Maryland, is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Cheltenham?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Cheltenham?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Cheltenham, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average temperature in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°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 (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average pressure in May - Cheltenham, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
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Average wind speed in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average humidity in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average rainfall in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cheltenham, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average snowfall in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
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Average sunshine days in May - Cheltenham, 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 July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
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Average UV index in May - Cheltenham, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Cheltenham, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in May
Cheltenham, MD

Average visibility in May - Cheltenham, 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).

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