May weather forecast
Cumberland, MD

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The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape
The scenic area of the town of Cumberland, Maryland, and a view of bridges over the Potomac River and a far hilly landscape

Weather in May

May in Cumberland, Maryland marks the advent of warm sunshine and clear skies. An upsurge in temperature is evident, with the weather conditions becoming distinctly pleasant, recording highs around 70.9°F (21.6°C). The daylight extends further, and the city basks in ten hours of sunshine. The city, now freed from the onslaught of snow and rain, gears up for more outdoor activities. The humidity accentuates, implying the imminent arrival of the summer season.

Temperature

With the onset of May, Cumberland sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature moving from April's refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). May nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

In Cumberland, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Cumberland, 70.9°F (21.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Cumberland, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the wettest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Cumberland, in May, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

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?

The average day length in May is 14h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 8:36 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in May
Cumberland, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Cumberland, MD

Average pressure in May - Cumberland, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Cumberland, MD

Average wind speed in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Cumberland, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Cumberland, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Cumberland, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Cumberland, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cumberland, 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: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Cumberland, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Cumberland, MD

Average UV index in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Cumberland, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Cumberland, MD

Average visibility in May - Cumberland, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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