Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in April to a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). In Whetstone, the average nighttime temperature during May is a fresh 55°F (12.8°C).Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Whetstone, Maryland, in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whetstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Whetstone aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Whetstone is 14h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Whetstone, Maryland, is 8.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Whetstone in May?
What are the most humid months in Whetstone?
What is the average humidity in May in Whetstone?
How many days does it rain in May in Whetstone?
What is the last month it snows in Whetstone?
How many hours of daylight does Whetstone have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Whetstone?
How long on average sun shines in May in Whetstone?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Whetstone?
What is the UV index reading in May in Whetstone?
Average temperature in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average high temperature in May: 73.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 55°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Whetstone, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").
Average rainfall days in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whetstone, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Whetstone, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Whetstone, MD
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Whetstone, 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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