May weather forecast
Palmer Park, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Palmer Park, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Palmer Park records a consistent low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmer Park, in May, during 17.9 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Palmer Park, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Palmer Park, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Palmer Park are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Palmer Park?

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

What is the most humid month in Palmer Park?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Palmer Park, Maryland.

What is the average humidity in May in Palmer Park?

The average relative humidity in May in Palmer Park, Maryland, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Palmer Park in May?

In May, in Palmer Park, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Palmer Park?

May through November are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Palmer Park in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Palmer Park have in May?

In May, the average day length in Palmer Park, Maryland, is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Palmer Park?

On the first day of May in Palmer Park, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer Park have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Palmer Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Palmer Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Palmer Park, MD

Average temperature in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average pressure in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average wind speed in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average humidity in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average UV index in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Palmer Park, 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
Palmer Park, MD

Average visibility in May - Palmer Park, 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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