May weather forecast
Chestnut Hill, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Chestnut Hill, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 55°F (12.8°C) and max 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

The shift into May brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C) in April to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). May's nights observe an average temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chestnut Hill, in May, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chestnut Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.3 days and collects up to 9.25" (235mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Chestnut Hill, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 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. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Chestnut Hill, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55°F (12.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May in Chestnut Hill?

In Chestnut Hill, Maryland, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Chestnut Hill?

In Chestnut Hill, in May, during 11.1 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chestnut Hill?

In Chestnut Hill, Maryland, 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 is 14h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Chestnut Hill, Maryland, 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 reading in May?

In Chestnut Hill, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average temperature in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average pressure in May - Chestnut Hill, 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
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average wind speed in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average humidity in May - Chestnut Hill, 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
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average rainfall in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average snowfall in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chestnut Hill, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average UV index in May - Chestnut Hill, 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
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Chestnut Hill, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Chestnut Hill, MD

Average visibility in May - Chestnut Hill, 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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