May weather forecast
Solomons, MD

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Weather in May

May usher's Solomons into an unambiguous spring with a noticeable jump in temperature and rainfall. May, as the wettest month of the year, receives substantial rainfall amounting to 3.11" (79mm) compared to April’s 2.52" (64mm). The rise in humidity is also prominent, and with temperatures gradually increasing, residents have warmer and wetter conditions to contend with. When June rolls around, there's an even more apparent surge in temperature, indicative of the impending summer. Consequently, May transitions Solomons weather from the moderate spring to the more tropical summer.

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Temperature

The beginning of May in Solomons signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Solomons, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a refreshing 59°F (15°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Solomons is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Solomons, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Solomons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Solomons.

Ocean temperature

In Solomons, the average seawater temperature in May is 58.8°F (14.9°C).
Note: Swimming in 58.8°F (14.9°C) feels unbearing at 55.4°F (13°C) and can be life-risking below 50°F (10°C), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Solomons, Maryland, is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Solomons, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Solomons. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Solomons?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Solomons, is 71.6°F (22°C) and the average low-temperature is 59°F (15°C).

What is the most humid month in Solomons?

May is the most humid month in Solomons, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Solomons?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Solomons?

In Solomons, in May, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Solomons?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Solomons in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Solomons?

In Solomons, the average seawater temperature in May is 58.8°F (14.9°C). Swimming in 58.8°F (14.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Solomons?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Solomons?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Solomons have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Solomons is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Solomons?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Solomons?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Solomons, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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May
Jun
Average high temperature
62.6°F 17°C
71.6°F 22°C
79.9°F 26.6°C
Average low temperature
49.3°F 9.6°C
59°F 15°C
67.5°F 19.7°C
Average pressure
30" 762mmHg
30.02" 763mmHg
29.95" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
9.7mph 15.6km/h
8.2mph 13.2km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.4mph 16.7km/h
8.8mph 14.2km/h
8.1mph 13km/h
Average wind speed gusts
16.3mph 26.2km/h
13.8mph 22.2km/h
12.6mph 20.3km/h
Average humidity
74%
79%
76%
Average rainfall
2.52" 64mm
3.11" 79mm
3.43" 87mm
Average rainfall days
14.4
16.9
15.1
Average snowfall
0.08" 2mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0.3
0
0
Average sea temperature
52.8°F 11.6°C
58.9°F 14.9°C
70.2°F 21.2°C
Average daylight
13h 1min
14h 2min
14h 5min
Average sunshine
9h 0min
9h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine days
14.7
11.5
12.9
Average UV index
4
6
6
Average cloud cover
39%
40%
31%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in May
Solomons, MD

Average temperature in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Solomons, MD

Average pressure in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Solomons, MD

Average wind speed in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Solomons, MD

Average humidity in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in May
Solomons, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Solomons, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Solomons, MD

Average sea temperature in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average sea temperature in May: 58.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (78.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.6°F).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Solomons, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Solomons, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Solomons, MD

Average UV index in May - Solomons, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Solomons, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Solomons, 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 29).

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Average visibility in May
Solomons, MD

Average visibility in May - Solomons, 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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