May weather forecast
Edgewater, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Edgewater, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.7°F (14.3°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the month of May, Edgewater reports a steady low-temperature average of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Edgewater, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Edgewater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Edgewater, snow does not fall in April through October.

Ocean temperature

In May, the average ocean temperature in Edgewater is 57.7°F (14.3°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 57.7°F (14.3°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

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 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Edgewater?

The high-temperature, in May, in Edgewater, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Edgewater?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in Edgewater.

What is the average humidity in May in Edgewater?

In Edgewater, Maryland, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Edgewater?

In Edgewater, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Edgewater?

In Edgewater, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

How cold is the water in May in Edgewater?

In May, the average ocean temperature in Edgewater is 57.7°F (14.3°C). Swimming in 57.7°F (14.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Edgewater have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Edgewater?

On the first day of May in Edgewater, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Edgewater have in May?

In Edgewater, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Edgewater?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Edgewater?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Edgewater, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMayJJASOND
Apr
May
Jun
Average high temperature
62.2°F 16.8°C
71.2°F 21.8°C
79.3°F 26.3°C
Average low temperature
48.2°F 9°C
57.7°F 14.3°C
66.7°F 19.3°C
Average pressure
29.99" 762mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
29.94" 760mmHg
Average wind speed
9.7mph 15.6km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.5mph 16.9km/h
8.6mph 13.8km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16mph 25.7km/h
13.2mph 21.2km/h
12.2mph 19.6km/h
Average humidity
72%
78%
76%
Average rainfall
0.75" 19mm
0.87" 22mm
1.26" 32mm
Average rainfall days
11.3
13.8
12.8
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0.1
0
0
Average sea temperature
52°F 11.1°C
57.7°F 14.3°C
69.3°F 20.7°C
Average daylight
13h 1min
14h 2min
14h 5min
Average sunshine
8h 5min
9h 0min
10h 2min
Average sunshine days
17
14.7
14.8
Average UV index
4
6
6
Average cloud cover
40%
41%
31%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in May
Edgewater, MD

Average temperature in May - Edgewater, 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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Edgewater, MD

Average pressure in May - Edgewater, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Edgewater, MD

Average wind speed in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Edgewater, MD

Average humidity in May - Edgewater, 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, March, April and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Edgewater, MD

Average rainfall in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in May
Edgewater, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Edgewater, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Edgewater, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Edgewater, MD

Average sea temperature in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average sea temperature in May: 57.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Edgewater, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

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
Edgewater, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Edgewater, MD

Average UV index in May - Edgewater, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Edgewater, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Edgewater, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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 28).

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Average visibility in May
Edgewater, MD

Average visibility in May - Edgewater, 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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