May weather forecastShady Side, MD
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Shady Side, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).Temperature
The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 57.9°F (14.4°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in Shady Side.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout May, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shady Side, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Shady Side, in May, the average water temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C).Note: One needs to be cautious in 57.7°F (14.3°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Shady Side, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shady Side, 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).
Average pressure in May
Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, 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).
Average humidity in May
Shady Side, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Shady Side, 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").
Average rainfall days in May
Shady Side, 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).
Average snowfall in May
Shady Side, 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").
Average snowfall days in May
Shady Side, 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).
Average sea temperature in May
Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, 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 6min
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).
Average sunshine days in May
Shady Side, 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).
Average UV index in May
Shady Side, 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
Shady Side, 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).
Average visibility in May
Shady Side, 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).
