May weather forecast
Patuxent Palisades, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Patuxent Palisades, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.2°F (21.8°C) and an average low of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout May, Patuxent Palisades witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in Patuxent Palisades.

Rainfall

In Patuxent Palisades, in May, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Patuxent Palisades, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Patuxent Palisades, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Patuxent Palisades is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Patuxent Palisades. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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 Patuxent Palisades?

The high-temperature, in May, in Patuxent Palisades, records 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Patuxent Palisades?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Patuxent Palisades?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Patuxent Palisades?

In May, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout May, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Patuxent Palisades?

April through October are months without snowfall in Patuxent Palisades.

How many hours of daylight does Patuxent Palisades have in May?

In Patuxent Palisades, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Patuxent Palisades?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Patuxent Palisades?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Patuxent Palisades?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Patuxent Palisades?

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

Average temperature in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.9°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 (30°F).

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Average pressure in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average pressure in May - Patuxent Palisades, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average wind speed in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average humidity in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average rainfall in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average snowfall in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
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
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Patuxent Palisades, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Patuxent Palisades, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average UV index in May - Patuxent Palisades, 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
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Patuxent Palisades, 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 27).

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Average visibility in May
Patuxent Palisades, MD

Average visibility in May - Patuxent Palisades, 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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