May weather forecast
Towson, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Towson, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55°F (12.8°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

Towson's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Towson falls to an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Towson, Maryland, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout May, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Towson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Towson, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Towson, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Towson, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Towson. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. 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. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Towson in May?

In May, in Towson, the average high-temperature is 71.6°F (22°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Towson?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Towson?

The average relative humidity in May in Towson, Maryland, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Towson in May?

In Towson, Maryland, in May, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Towson?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Towson in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Towson have in May?

In Towson, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Towson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Towson have in May?

In Towson, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Towson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Towson?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Towson is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Towson, MD

Average temperature in May - Towson, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Towson, MD

Average pressure in May - Towson, 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
Towson, MD

Average wind speed in May - Towson, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Towson, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Towson, MD

Average rainfall in May - Towson, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in May
Towson, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Towson, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Towson, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Towson, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Towson, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Towson, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Towson, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Towson, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Towson, MD

Average UV index in May - Towson, 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
Towson, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Towson, 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 30).

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Average visibility in May
Towson, MD

Average visibility in May - Towson, 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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