May weather forecastOakland, MD
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Oakland, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).Temperature
May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) to an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C). Throughout May, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 48.7°F (9.3°C).Humidity
In Oakland, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Oakland aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 35.2" (894mm) of snow.Daylight
In Oakland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Oakland, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Oakland, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 67.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Oakland, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Oakland, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Oakland, MD
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Oakland, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Oakland, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Oakland, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Oakland, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Oakland, 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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Oakland, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Oakland, MD
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Oakland, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Oakland, MD
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).
