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
May's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). During May, Shepherd Park experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 56.5°F (13.6°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Shepherd Park, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine 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 value 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 of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Shepherd Park in May?
What are the most humid months?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May in Shepherd Park?
When it does not snow?
Does it snow in May?
What is the average length of the day in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average high temperature in May: 74.3°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 (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 56.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").
Average rainfall days in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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 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
Shepherd Park, DC
- Average sunshine days in May: 12 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).
Average UV index in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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).
Average visibility in May
Shepherd Park, DC
- 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).
Shepherd Park, District of Columbia, USA
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