May weather forecast
Fallston, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fallston, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Fallston's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). The average low-temperature during May nights is a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Fallston, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fallston aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May in Fallston, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In Fallston, 71.4°F (21.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Fallston, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fallston aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Fallston, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fallston have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

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

Average temperature in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Fallston, MD

Average pressure in May - Fallston, 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
Fallston, MD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Fallston, MD

Average humidity in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Fallston, MD

Average rainfall in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Fallston, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fallston, MD

Average snowfall in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fallston, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fallston, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fallston, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Fallston, MD

Average UV index in May - Fallston, 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
Fallston, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Fallston, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Fallston, MD

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

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

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