May weather forecast
Sunset Beach, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Sunset Beach, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.2°F (14°C) and max 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C). May nights in Sunset Beach experience a consistent temperature drop to a mild 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In May, in Sunset Beach, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sunset Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Sunset Beach, Maryland.

Daylight

In Sunset Beach, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May in Sunset Beach, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Sunset Beach is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sunset Beach are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sunset Beach?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sunset Beach, Maryland, during May are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 57.2°F (14°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Sunset Beach?

The most humid month in Sunset Beach, Maryland, is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May in Sunset Beach?

In Sunset Beach, Maryland, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May in Sunset Beach?

In Sunset Beach, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sunset Beach?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Sunset Beach in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sunset Beach have in May?

In May, the average day length in Sunset Beach, Maryland, is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sunset Beach?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sunset Beach?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Sunset Beach?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Sunset Beach?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sunset Beach, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average temperature in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average pressure in May - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, MD

Average wind speed in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average humidity in May - Sunset Beach, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average rainfall in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average snowfall in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average UV index in May - Sunset Beach, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Sunset Beach, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

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).

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Average visibility in May
Sunset Beach, MD

Average visibility in May - Sunset Beach, 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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