May weather forecast
Forest Hill, MD

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

In Forest Hill, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). During May, the nighttime temperature in Forest Hill averages to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Forest Hill, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Forest Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Forest Hill. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Forest Hill aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Forest Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 22min.
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.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

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

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Forest Hill, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Forest Hill, 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 long on average sun shines 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 in Forest Hill.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Forest Hill, MD

Average temperature in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

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

Average wind speed in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

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

Average rainfall in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average snowfall in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forest 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 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average UV index in May - Forest 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Forest Hill, 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
Forest Hill, MD

Average visibility in May - Forest Hill, 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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