May weather forecast
Burtonsville, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a warm month in Burtonsville, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average high of 73.8°F (23.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). Burtonsville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout May, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Burtonsville, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Burtonsville, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Burtonsville in May?

Burtonsville in May has an average high-temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Burtonsville?

In Burtonsville, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Burtonsville, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Burtonsville have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Burtonsville?

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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average temperature in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average pressure in May - Burtonsville, 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
Burtonsville, MD

Average wind speed in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average humidity in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average rainfall in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burtonsville, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Burtonsville, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Burtonsville, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Burtonsville, 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: 8h and 5min

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
Burtonsville, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average UV index in May - Burtonsville, 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
Burtonsville, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Burtonsville, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Burtonsville, MD

Average visibility in May - Burtonsville, 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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