May weather forecast
Chesterfield, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chesterfield, 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 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

With the transition into May, Chesterfield experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). The average temperature during May nights dips to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Chesterfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Chesterfield, Maryland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chesterfield is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chesterfield in May?

Chesterfield in May has an average high-temperature of 72.1°F (22.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Chesterfield, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Chesterfield, 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 average length of the day in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What are the months 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Chesterfield, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average pressure in May - Chesterfield, 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
Chesterfield, MD

Average wind speed in May - Chesterfield, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average humidity in May - Chesterfield, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average rainfall in May - Chesterfield, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Chesterfield, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chesterfield, MD

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

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

Average snowfall days in May
Chesterfield, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Chesterfield, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chesterfield, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Chesterfield, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Chesterfield, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May
Chesterfield, MD

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

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

Average visibility in May
Chesterfield, MD

Average visibility in May - Chesterfield, 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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