May weather forecast
Denton, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Denton, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C). Denton witnesses an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Denton are May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Denton, Maryland, in May, during 16.4 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Denton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 71.8°F (22.1°C) and a low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Denton?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Denton, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout May, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Denton, 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 Denton 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 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
Denton, MD

Average temperature in May - Denton, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Denton, MD

Average pressure in May - Denton, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"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
Denton, MD

Average wind speed in May - Denton, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Denton, MD

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

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

Average rainfall in May
Denton, MD

Average rainfall in May - Denton, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in May
Denton, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Denton, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Denton, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Denton, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Denton, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Denton, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Denton, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Denton, MD

Average UV index in May - Denton, 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
Denton, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Denton, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Denton, MD

Average visibility in May - Denton, 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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