May weather forecast
La Plata, MD

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Weather in May

In May, La Plata's atmospheric metrics align closely with the typical late-spring character, exhibiting a further upsurge in temperatures. The average daytime reading rises to a pleasant 74.5°F (23.6°C), while nighttime temperatures read around 56.7°F (13.7°C). The weather in May contrasts with April, with rainfall seeing a gradual increase amounting to 2.72" (69mm) and the number of rainfall days increasing to approximately 16.8 days. Distinct from June, the month of May experiences a higher relative humidity percentage at around 78%. Correspondingly, the daylight hours extend to approximately 14.3 hours per day, with an observed average of 8.8 sunshine hours per day.

Temperature

May in La Plata brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). An average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) marks the month of May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month in La Plata.

Rainfall

In La Plata, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in La Plata.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 17min.
On the first day of May in La Plata, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In La Plata, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, in La Plata, the average high-temperature is 74.5°F (23.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month in La Plata, Maryland, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In La Plata, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In La Plata, in May, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does La Plata have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 8:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in La Plata is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in La Plata?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
La Plata, MD

Average temperature in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in May
La Plata, MD

Average pressure in May - La Plata, 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
La Plata, MD

Average wind speed in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
La Plata, MD

Average humidity in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in May
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall days in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall days in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
La Plata, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
La Plata, MD

Average sunshine days in May - La Plata, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in May
La Plata, MD

Average UV index in May - La Plata, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
La Plata, MD

Average cloud cover in May - La Plata, 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 32).

Average visibility in May
La Plata, MD

Average visibility in May - La Plata, 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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