May weather forecastEssex, MD

May

Weather in May

May sees a notable summons of summer in Essex. With an average high temperature clocking in at 71.6°F (22°C), the weather becomes considerably warmer. With summer sun-kissed days, May becomes a haven for water sports enthusiasts and picnickers by the bay. Despite the change in temperature, windy conditions tend to provide a necessary and welcomed respite. However, residents should be prepared for increased rainfall, as May is one of the wet months in the city.

Temperature

Essex's weather in May shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from April's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). An average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Essex, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 12.32" (313mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Essex, snow does not fall in April through November.

Ocean temperature

In Essex, Maryland, in May, the average water temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.9°F (13.3°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May in Essex, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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 maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Essex in May has an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

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

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

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

April through November are months without snowfall.

In Essex, in May, the average water temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

In May, the average day length is 14h and 21min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

62.2°F

71.6°F

79.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.9mph

8mph

7.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.8

14.8

13.9

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.4

13.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Essex, 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 (38.5°F).

Average low temperature in May: 55.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in May
Essex, 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
Essex, MD

Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Essex, MD

Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Essex, MD

Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Essex, MD

Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Essex, MD

Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Essex, MD

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Essex, MD

Average sea temperature in May: 55.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (43.7°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Essex, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Essex, MD

Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Essex, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Essex, 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
Essex, 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).