May weather forecast
Greenbelt, MD

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Weather in May

As the merry month of May arrives, Greenbelt, Maryland princely bathes under sunshine for 14.3 hours a day. The temperatures are mild, ranging from 57°F (13.9°C) to 73.9°F (23.3°C). The city is lively, with blooming buds and chirping birds. May is a much-awaited month after the drop in temperatures in April. Although May might have the highest humidity and rainfall, it does not dampen the city’s vibrant spring spirit.

Temperature

Greenbelt sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). In May, Greenbelt experiences a temperature dip to an average of 57°F (13.9°C) at night.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Greenbelt, in May, it is raining for 17.9 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Greenbelt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Greenbelt, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Greenbelt, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 73.9°F (23.3°C) and the low-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Greenbelt, during May, the rain falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Greenbelt, snow does not fall in May through November.

Does it snow in May?

In May, in Greenbelt, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Greenbelt, the average day length in May is 14h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Greenbelt?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Greenbelt, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

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

Average temperature in May - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average pressure in May - Greenbelt, 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
Greenbelt, MD

Average wind speed in May - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average humidity in May - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Greenbelt, MD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greenbelt, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greenbelt, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Greenbelt, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Greenbelt, 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: 8h and 5min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Greenbelt, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average UV index in May - Greenbelt, 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
Greenbelt, MD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Greenbelt, MD

Average visibility in May - Greenbelt, 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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