May weather forecast
Ardentown, DE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Ardentown, Delaware, with temperature in the range of an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average high of 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in April to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). During the nights in May, Ardentown experiences a consistent average temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

In Ardentown, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Ardentown, during May, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Ardentown. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ardentown aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Ardentown is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Ardentown?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ardentown, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the average low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Ardentown?

In Ardentown, Delaware, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in Ardentown in May?

In Ardentown, Delaware, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ardentown?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Ardentown. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ardentown aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Ardentown?

In May, the average day length in Ardentown is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Ardentown?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ardentown have in May?

In Ardentown, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Ardentown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Ardentown?

In Ardentown, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ardentown, DE

Average temperature in May - Ardentown, DE
  • 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°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Ardentown, DE

Average pressure in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ardentown, DE

Average wind speed in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Ardentown, DE

Average humidity in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Ardentown, DE

Average rainfall in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in May
Ardentown, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ardentown, DE

Average snowfall in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ardentown, DE

Average snowfall days in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ardentown, DE

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ardentown, DE
  • 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ardentown, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ardentown, DE

Average UV index in May - Ardentown, DE
  • 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
Ardentown, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Ardentown, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Ardentown, DE

Average visibility in May - Ardentown, DE
  • 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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