May weather forecast
Takoma Park, MD

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Weather in May

As summer approaches, May sees a considerable hike in temperatures, with peaks up to 74.3°F (23.5°C) and dips no lower than 56.5°F (13.6°C). The weather in Takoma Park transitions from the milder conditions of spring to the warmer days of summer. Relative humidity and rainfall also rise, giving rise to a greater number of cloudy days. Residents experience more daylight hours and sunshine, indicative of the impending summer.

Temperature

Takoma Park, Maryland, in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Takoma Park experiences a mean temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) during May nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Takoma Park are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Takoma Park, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Takoma Park is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, in Takoma Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Takoma Park, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Takoma Park, Maryland. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Takoma Park in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Takoma Park during May are 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Takoma Park?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Takoma Park?

In May, the average relative humidity in Takoma Park is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Takoma Park?

In May, in Takoma Park, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Takoma Park?

In Takoma Park, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Takoma Park in May?

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

What is the average length of the day in May in Takoma Park?

In May, the average day length in Takoma Park, Maryland, is 14h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Takoma Park?

On the first day of May in Takoma Park, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Takoma Park have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Takoma Park, Maryland, is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Takoma Park?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Takoma Park?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Apr
May
Jun
Average high temperature
64.9°F 18.3°C
74.3°F 23.5°C
82.2°F 27.9°C
Average low temperature
46.8°F 8.2°C
56.5°F 13.6°C
64.4°F 18°C
Average pressure
29.99" 762mmHg
30.01" 762mmHg
29.95" 761mmHg
Average wind speed
8mph 12.9km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
6mph 9.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.6mph 13.8km/h
7.1mph 11.4km/h
6.6mph 10.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
12.3mph 19.8km/h
10.1mph 16.3km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average humidity
70%
75%
72%
Average rainfall
2.52" 64mm
2.87" 73mm
2.48" 63mm
Average rainfall days
15.3
17.7
15.2
Average snowfall
0.08" 2mm
0" 0mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0.1
0
0
Average daylight
13h 1min
14h 2min
14h 5min
Average sunshine
8h 4min
8h 4min
10h 0min
Average sunshine days
13.4
12
13.3
Average UV index
4
6
6
Average cloud cover
42%
45%
34%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average temperature in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average pressure in May - Takoma Park, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average wind speed in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average humidity in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average rainfall in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average snowfall in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Takoma Park, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Takoma Park, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average UV index in May - Takoma Park, 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
Takoma Park, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in May
Takoma Park, MD

Average visibility in May - Takoma Park, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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