May weather forecast
Accident, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Accident, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). In Accident, May's nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 20.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Accident aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Accident, Maryland, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 26.69" (678mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Accident, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Accident, the average sunshine in May is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

During May, Accident experiences an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Accident, during May, the rain falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Accident aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Accident have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index in Accident are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Accident, MD

Average temperature in May - Accident, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Accident, MD

Average pressure in May - Accident, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
Accident, MD

Average wind speed in May - Accident, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Accident, MD

Average humidity in May - Accident, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Accident, MD

Average rainfall in May - Accident, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Accident, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Accident, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Accident, MD

Average snowfall in May - Accident, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Accident, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Accident, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Accident, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Accident, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Accident, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Accident, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Accident, MD

Average UV index in May - Accident, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Accident, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Accident, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Accident, MD

Average visibility in May - Accident, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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