May weather forecast
Brightwood Acres, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Brightwood Acres, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72°F (22.2°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). During May, Brightwood Acres experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Brightwood Acres.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Brightwood Acres, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

May through July, 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

During May, Brightwood Acres experiences an average high-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C) and a low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Brightwood Acres?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Brightwood Acres, during May, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:31 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Brightwood Acres?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In Brightwood Acres, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average temperature in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average pressure in May - Brightwood Acres, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average wind speed in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average humidity in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average rainfall in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average snowfall in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Brightwood Acres, 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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average UV index in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Brightwood Acres, MD

Average visibility in May - Brightwood Acres, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, September and October (5mi).

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