May weather forecast
Glen Burnie, MD

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Weather in May

May highlights a pivotal change in Glen Burnie's weather as temperatures rise sharply with the average high reaching 72.3°F (22.4°C), demonstrating the encroaching summer. The transition away from colder months and into the heat of mid-year are undeniably accentuated. Longer daylight hours offer residents more time to enjoy the sunny outdoors. May also exhibits an increase in humidity, a farewell to the dryness associated with colder conditions. Correspondingly, the weather in May sets the stage for Glen Burnie's summer, escalating heat, and longer, sunlit days.

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C). Glen Burnie's May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Humidity

May is the most humid month in Glen Burnie, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.2 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Glen Burnie, Maryland, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
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 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Glen Burnie?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Glen Burnie, Maryland, in May, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Glen Burnie?

April through October are months without snowfall in Glen Burnie.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Burnie have in May?

In May, the average day length in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

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 8:26 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Burnie have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average temperature in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°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 (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average pressure in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average wind speed in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average humidity in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average rainfall in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average snowfall in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Glen Burnie, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Glen Burnie, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average UV index in May - Glen Burnie, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Glen Burnie, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Glen Burnie, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

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
Glen Burnie, MD

Average visibility in May - Glen Burnie, 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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