May weather forecast
Dorsey Heights, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Dorsey Heights, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.2°F (21.8°C) and min 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

As Dorsey Heights welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C). During May, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 57.7°F (14.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dorsey Heights, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dorsey Heights, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Dorsey Heights, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Dorsey Heights, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Dorsey Heights, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Dorsey Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dorsey Heights, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Dorsey Heights have in May?

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 6:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorsey Heights have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

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?

In Dorsey Heights, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average temperature in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average pressure in May - Dorsey Heights, 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
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average wind speed in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average humidity in May - Dorsey Heights, 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
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average rainfall in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average snowfall in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dorsey Heights, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Dorsey Heights, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

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
Dorsey Heights, MD

Average visibility in May - Dorsey Heights, 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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