May weather forecast
Georgetown, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Georgetown, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

Georgetown's transition into May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) marks the month of May in Georgetown.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Georgetown, in May, during 10.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108 rainfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9h.

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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Georgetown, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Georgetown?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Georgetown, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Georgetown, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Georgetown, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Georgetown is 14h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 8:23 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration 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 Georgetown?

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

Average temperature in May - Georgetown, 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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Georgetown, MD

Average pressure in May - Georgetown, 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
Georgetown, MD

Average wind speed in May - Georgetown, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Georgetown, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Georgetown, MD

Average rainfall in May - Georgetown, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in May
Georgetown, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Georgetown, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Georgetown, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Georgetown, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 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
Georgetown, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Georgetown, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Georgetown, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Georgetown, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Georgetown, MD

Average UV index in May - Georgetown, 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
Georgetown, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Georgetown, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

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
Georgetown, MD

Average visibility in May - Georgetown, 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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