May weather forecastNorth East, MD
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in North East, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C).Temperature
May brings a rise in North East's average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). An average temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) is recorded during the nights in May.Humidity
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In North East, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in North East are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In North East, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.1 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).Note: Taking a dip in 54°F (12.2°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in North East is 14h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In North East, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
North East, 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 (37.9°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 (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
North East, 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
North East, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
North East, MD
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in May
North East, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
North East, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
North East, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
North East, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
North East, MD
- Average sea temperature in May: 53.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
North East, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
North East, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in May
North East, 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
North East, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
North East, MD
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
