May weather forecast
Newark, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Newark, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Newark sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Newark's nocturnal May readings average at a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Newark, during May, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Newark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Newark.

Daylight

In Newark, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Newark, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Newark?

Newark in May has an average high-temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Newark?

The most humid month in Newark, Maryland, is May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in May in Newark?

In May, the average relative humidity in Newark is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May in Newark?

In Newark, Maryland, in May, during 13.2 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Newark?

In Newark, Maryland, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Newark?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Newark?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newark have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Newark is 9.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Newark?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Newark?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Newark is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Newark, MD

Average temperature in May - Newark, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Newark, MD

Average pressure in May - Newark, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Newark, MD

Average wind speed in May - Newark, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Newark, MD

Average humidity in May - Newark, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Newark, MD

Average rainfall in May - Newark, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in May
Newark, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Newark, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Newark, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Newark, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Newark, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newark, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Newark, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Newark, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Newark, MD

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Newark, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Newark, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Newark, MD

Average visibility in May - Newark, 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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