May weather forecast
Elkton, MD

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Weather in May

May starts the actual onset of Spring in Elkton, Maryland, with a high temperature averaging at 71.6°F (22°C). The change from April is noticeable, with the city blossoming under the increasing daylight hours and an impressive 8.7 hours of sunshine. The volume of rainfall begins rising, hinting at the arrival of summer showers. The city gets greener, and outdoor activities increase as the weather allows for a comfortable outing under the sun.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Elkton experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). May's nights in Elkton observe an average temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Elkton, in May, during 17.2 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkton, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Elkton.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Elkton is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in May translates into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Elkton?

The high-temperature, in May, in Elkton, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Elkton?

The most humid month in Elkton, Maryland, is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Elkton?

The average relative humidity in May in Elkton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Elkton?

In Elkton, Maryland, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elkton?

May through October are months without snowfall in Elkton, Maryland.

Does it snow in Elkton 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 Elkton?

In May, the average day length in Elkton, Maryland, is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Elkton?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Elkton?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Elkton, Maryland, is 8.7h.

When is the highest UV index in Elkton?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Elkton?

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

Average temperature in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Elkton, MD

Average pressure in May - Elkton, 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
Elkton, MD

Average wind speed in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Elkton, MD

Average humidity in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Elkton, MD

Average rainfall in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in May
Elkton, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Elkton, MD

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Elkton, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Elkton, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Elkton, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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
Elkton, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Elkton, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Elkton, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Elkton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Elkton, MD

Average visibility in May - Elkton, 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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