May weather forecast
Potomac Heights, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderately hot month in Potomac Heights, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). An average minimum temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Potomac Heights.

Rainfall

In May, in Potomac Heights, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Potomac Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Potomac Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Potomac Heights, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Potomac Heights. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Potomac Heights?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Potomac Heights, is 75.2°F (24°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Potomac Heights?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Potomac Heights?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Potomac Heights in May?

In Potomac Heights, Maryland, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Potomac Heights?

In Potomac Heights, snow does not fall in May through November.

Does it snow in Potomac Heights in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Potomac Heights?

In Potomac Heights, the average day length in May is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Potomac Heights?

On the first day of May in Potomac Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Potomac Heights have in May?

In Potomac Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

When is the highest UV index in Potomac Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Potomac Heights?

In Potomac Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average temperature in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average pressure in May - Potomac Heights, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average wind speed in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average humidity in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average rainfall in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average snowfall in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
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
Potomac Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Potomac Heights, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Potomac Heights, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average UV index in May - Potomac Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Potomac Heights, 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 30).

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Average visibility in May
Potomac Heights, MD

Average visibility in May - Potomac Heights, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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