May weather forecastShipley Heights, MD
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Shipley Heights, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.3°F (22.4°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).Temperature
May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). The average low-temperature during May nights is a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Shipley Heights, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shipley Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Shipley Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Shipley 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").
Average rainfall days in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shipley Heights, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Shipley 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Shipley Heights, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Shipley Heights, 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).
