May weather forecast
Highview, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Highview, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) in April to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) is noted during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Highview, in May, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Highview, Maryland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Highview, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 11.1" (282mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Highview, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and a low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Highview?

In Highview, in May, during 17.8 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

May is the first month it typically snows. Throughout May, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Highview have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Highview have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

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 intensity in May in Highview?

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

Average temperature in May - Highview, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Highview, MD

Average pressure in May - Highview, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Highview, MD

Average wind speed in May - Highview, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Highview, MD

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Highview, MD

Average rainfall in May - Highview, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in May
Highview, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Highview, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Highview, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Highview, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Highview, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Highview, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Highview, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Highview, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Highview, MD

Average UV index in May - Highview, 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
Highview, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Highview, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Highview, MD

Average visibility in May - Highview, 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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