May weather forecast
Arbutus, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Arbutus, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). In the month of May, Arbutus experiences an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Arbutus, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Arbutus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Arbutus.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arbutus in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.1°F (22.3°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Arbutus, in May, during 18.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Arbutus, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

In Arbutus, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Arbutus?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Arbutus, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate 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
Arbutus, MD

Average temperature in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°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
Arbutus, MD

Average pressure in May - Arbutus, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Arbutus, MD

Average wind speed in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Arbutus, MD

Average humidity in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Arbutus, MD

Average rainfall in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Arbutus, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Arbutus, MD

Average snowfall in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Arbutus, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Arbutus, MD

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Arbutus, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Arbutus, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May
Arbutus, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Arbutus, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Arbutus, MD

Average visibility in May - Arbutus, MD
  • 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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