May weather forecast
Lincoln, DE

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Lincoln, Delaware, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 70°F (21.1°C).

Temperature

Lincoln's transition into May is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in April to an agreeable 70°F (21.1°C). The temperature dips to an average of 57°F (13.9°C) during May nights.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, Delaware, in May, during 16.1 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. May is the first month it typically snows in Lincoln. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.4 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May in Lincoln, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lincoln are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lincoln in May?

During May, Lincoln experiences an average high-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) and a low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Lincoln?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Lincoln is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lincoln, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

May is the first month it typically snows in Lincoln. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:20 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Lincoln, Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lincoln, DE

Average temperature in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average high temperature in May: 70°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Lincoln, DE

Average pressure in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Lincoln, DE

Average wind speed in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Lincoln, DE

Average humidity in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Lincoln, DE

Average rainfall days in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lincoln, DE

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lincoln, DE

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lincoln, DE
  • 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lincoln, DE

Average sunshine days in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Lincoln, DE

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

Average cloud cover in May
Lincoln, DE

Average cloud cover in May - Lincoln, DE
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Lincoln, DE

Average visibility in May - Lincoln, 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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