May weather forecastSalisbury, MD

May

Weather in May

Signifying the arrival of summer, May showcases an appreciable jump in temperatures. Even as it sees Salisbury basking more under the sun, the landscape also experiences elevated levels of humidity. The rise in temperatures, coupled with the relatively high humidity, makes May commonly warmer. To capitalize on the increased sun exposure, the city, at this moment, execute most of its outdoor activities and events.

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) during May.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Salisbury, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Salisbury. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Salisbury, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Salisbury, during May, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

In Salisbury, snow does not fall in April through October.

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

On the first day of May in Salisbury, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:19 pm EDT.

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

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

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Salisbury, 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, February, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average rainfall in May: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Salisbury, 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 May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min

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 12min

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

Average sunshine days in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Salisbury, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Salisbury, MD

  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

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

Average visibility in May
Salisbury, 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).