May weather forecast
Mount Rainier, MD

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Weather in May

The weather in Mount Rainier in May manifests as pleasant conditions and the typical signs of late spring. Characterized by a complete absence of snowfall and increasing warm temperatures, May's weather is distinctly different from April’s. The humidity levels in May are notably high, making it the month with the highest humidity of the year. Deviating from May’s weather patterns, June features slightly cooler temperatures and a lesser amount of rain. May’s weather delineates the seasonal transition from spring to summer in Mount Rainier.

Temperature

The start of May in Mount Rainier, Maryland, brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) is noted in Mount Rainier.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Mount Rainier.

Rainfall

In Mount Rainier, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Mount Rainier, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Mount Rainier, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Mount Rainier, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Mount Rainier, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mount Rainier in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Rainier, Maryland, are 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 57°F (13.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Mount Rainier?

The months with the highest humidity in Mount Rainier are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Mount Rainier?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Mount Rainier?

In Mount Rainier, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mount Rainier?

May through November are months without snowfall in Mount Rainier, Maryland.

Does it snow in Mount Rainier in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Mount Rainier?

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Mount Rainier?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Rainier, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Rainier have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Mount Rainier, Maryland, is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Mount Rainier?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Mount Rainier?

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

Average temperature in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average pressure in May - Mount Rainier, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average wind speed in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average humidity in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Mount Rainier, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mount Rainier, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Mount Rainier, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average UV index in May - Mount Rainier, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Mount Rainier, 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).

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Average visibility in May
Mount Rainier, MD

Average visibility in May - Mount Rainier, 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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