May weather forecastSelby-on-the-Bay, MD
May
Weather in May
May is an enchanting month in Selby-on-the-Bay, emanating a warm welcoming glow with desirable weather conditions. A significant increase is witnessed in the temperature range, soaring up to 71.2°F (21.8°C), making it the warmest month yet. The city is abuzz with activities, as residents and tourists take advantage of the pleasant warm weather and increased sunshine hours. The escalation in temperature also leads to a rise in humidity, often leading to afternoon showers, providing a refreshing firmament to evenings. May is indeed a beguiling time and invites all to partake in its many allures.Temperature
With the onset of May, Selby-on-the-Bay's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) on average during May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Selby-on-the-Bay, in May, the average water temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).Note: Dipping into 57.7°F (14.3°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
In Selby-on-the-Bay, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Selby-on-the-Bay are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, 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 (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, 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, March, April and November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average sea temperature in May: 57.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min
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: 9h and 0min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Selby-on-the-Bay, 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).
