May weather forecast
Chester, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chester, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

May marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). Chester, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Chester, in May, the average water temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C).
Note: While a brief time in 57.4°F (14.1°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chester in May?

In May, in Chester, the average high-temperature is 70.9°F (21.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

In Chester, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Chester, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Chester, 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.

What is the water temperature in May?

In Chester, in May, the average water temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C). Swimming in 57.4°F (14.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

In May, the average day length is 14h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chester have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chester, MD

Average temperature in May - Chester, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Chester, MD

Average pressure in May - Chester, 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
Chester, MD

Average wind speed in May - Chester, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Chester, MD

Average humidity in May - Chester, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Chester, MD

Average rainfall in May - Chester, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Chester, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Chester, 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 (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chester, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chester, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Chester, 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 sea temperature in May
Chester, MD

Average sea temperature in May - Chester, MD
  • Average sea temperature in May: 57.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.1°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chester, 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 1min

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
Chester, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Chester, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Chester, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May
Chester, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Chester, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Chester, MD

Average visibility in May - Chester, 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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