May weather forecast
Oxford, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Oxford, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.6°F (14.2°C) and max 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Oxford anticipates an average minimum temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

The most humid month in Oxford is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oxford, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Oxford is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May in Oxford, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Oxford, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Oxford?

The high-temperature during May is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Oxford?

May is the most humid month in Oxford, Maryland, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Oxford?

In May, the average relative humidity in Oxford, Maryland, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Oxford in May?

In May, in Oxford, Maryland, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oxford?

May through October are months without snowfall in Oxford, Maryland.

Does it snow in Oxford in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Oxford?

On the first day of May in Oxford, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oxford have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Oxford is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Oxford?

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

Average temperature in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Oxford, MD

Average pressure in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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).

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Average wind speed in May
Oxford, MD

Average wind speed in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Oxford, MD

Average humidity in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Oxford, MD

Average rainfall in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Oxford, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Oxford, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oxford, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Oxford, MD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Oxford, MD

Average UV index in May - Oxford, 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
Oxford, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Oxford, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Oxford, MD

Average visibility in May - Oxford, 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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