May weather forecast
Chesapeake City, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chesapeake City, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 71.6°F (22°C) and an average low of 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 54.9°F (12.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout May, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Chesapeake City, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chesapeake City. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chesapeake City, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.9°F (12.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Chesapeake City, in May, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Chesapeake City, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 Chesapeake City have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

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 intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average pressure in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average wind speed in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average humidity in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average rainfall in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average snowfall in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Chesapeake City, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chesapeake City, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average UV index in May - Chesapeake City, 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
Chesapeake City, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Chesapeake City, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

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

Average visibility in May
Chesapeake City, MD

Average visibility in May - Chesapeake City, 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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