May weather forecast
Shipley Heights, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shipley Heights, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of May marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). The low-temperature in Shipley Heights, Maryland, averages to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) during the nights of May.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Shipley Heights, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Shipley Heights, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Shipley Heights.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shipley Heights, Maryland, is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shipley Heights, 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Shipley Heights?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Shipley Heights, is 72.3°F (22.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What is the most humid month in Shipley Heights?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month in Shipley Heights.

What is the average humidity in May in Shipley Heights?

In Shipley Heights, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Shipley Heights?

In Shipley Heights, in May, during 17 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shipley Heights?

In Shipley Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Shipley Heights?

In May, the average day length in Shipley Heights is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shipley Heights?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shipley Heights, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Shipley Heights?

In Shipley Heights, Maryland, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Shipley Heights?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Shipley Heights, Maryland.

What is the UV index reading in May in Shipley Heights?

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

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).

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Average pressure in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average wind speed in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average humidity in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average snowfall in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shipley Heights, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shipley Heights, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average UV index in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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Average visibility in May
Shipley Heights, MD

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).

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