May weather forecast
White Plains, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in White Plains, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average high of 74.5°F (23.6°C).

Temperature

White Plains's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). Throughout May, White Plains witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in White Plains, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In White Plains, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In White Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In White Plains, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, in White Plains, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in White Plains is 8.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in White Plains, Maryland. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in White Plains?

The high-temperature in White Plains during May is 74.5°F (23.6°C) and the low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the most humid month in White Plains?

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

What is the average humidity in May in White Plains?

In May, the average relative humidity in White Plains, Maryland, is 78%.

How much does it rain in White Plains in May?

In White Plains, Maryland, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in White Plains?

May through October are months without snowfall in White Plains.

Does it snow in White Plains in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does White Plains have in May?

The average day length in May in White Plains, Maryland, is 14h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in White Plains?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Plains, Maryland, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in White Plains?

The average sunshine duration in May in White Plains, Maryland, is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in White Plains?

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

How high is the UV index in May in White Plains?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in White Plains, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
White Plains, MD

Average temperature in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
White Plains, MD

Average pressure in May - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

Average wind speed in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
White Plains, MD

Average humidity in May - White Plains, 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 and April (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
White Plains, MD

Average rainfall days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
White Plains, MD

Average snowfall days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
White Plains, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - White Plains, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
White Plains, MD

Average sunshine days in May - White Plains, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
White Plains, MD

Average UV index in May - White Plains, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
White Plains, MD

Average cloud cover in May - White Plains, 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
White Plains, MD

Average visibility in May - White Plains, 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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