May weather forecast
Knoxville, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Knoxville, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.2°F (22.9°C) and an average low of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

Knoxville in May experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C) to a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C). Knoxville records a consistent low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall in Knoxville. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Knoxville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Knoxville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Knoxville, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Knoxville?

The high-temperature in Knoxville during May is 73.2°F (22.9°C) and the low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Knoxville?

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

What is the wettest month in Knoxville?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Knoxville in May?

In Knoxville, Maryland, in May, during 19.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Knoxville in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Knoxville?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Knoxville, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Knoxville?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Knoxville is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Knoxville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Knoxville, MD

Average temperature in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Knoxville, MD

Average pressure in May - Knoxville, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Knoxville, MD

Average wind speed in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Knoxville, MD

Average humidity in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Knoxville, MD

Average rainfall in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in May
Knoxville, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Knoxville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Knoxville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Knoxville, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Knoxville, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Knoxville, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Knoxville, MD

Average UV index in May - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, MD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in May
Knoxville, MD

Average visibility in May - Knoxville, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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