May weather forecastForest Hill, MD
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Forest Hill, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).Temperature
In Forest Hill, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Forest Hill averages to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Forest Hill, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Forest Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Forest Hill. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Forest Hill aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Forest Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 24min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Forest Hill, 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 May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Forest Hill, MD
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
