May weather forecastRicketts Ridge, MD
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Ricketts Ridge, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.4°F (21.9°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C).Temperature
An upsurge in temperatures occurs as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). An average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) marks the month of May in Ricketts Ridge.Humidity
May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Ricketts Ridge, in May, during 17.7 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ricketts Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Ricketts Ridge, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.On the first day of May in Ricketts Ridge, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 8.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Ricketts Ridge, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, July and November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ricketts Ridge, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Ricketts Ridge, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Ricketts Ridge, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Ricketts Ridge, 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).





