May weather forecast
McHenry, MD

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Weather in May

May serves as a harbinger of summer in McHenry, initiating a definite shift towards the warmer end of the spectrum. With the environment in full bloom, and January's lingering frost a distant memory, the city settles into a comfortable warming trend. Longer daylight hours provide residents ample opportunities to engage in sunrise to sunset outdoor activities. In synch with the rising mercury levels, humidity also sees an elevation. This month experiences the year's highest rainfall at 3.43" (87mm), yet it does not deter the seasonal uptick in recreational and social activities animated by the conducive weather.

Temperature

The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in McHenry. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, McHenry aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In McHenry, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 26.69" (678mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature in McHenry during May is 68.5°F (20.3°C) and the low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

May is the month with the most rainfall in McHenry. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In McHenry, in May, during 20.9 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, McHenry aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McHenry have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McHenry have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
McHenry, MD

Average temperature in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in May
McHenry, MD

Average pressure in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30"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
McHenry, MD

Average wind speed in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
McHenry, MD

Average humidity in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in May
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
McHenry, MD

Average rainfall days in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
McHenry, MD

Average snowfall in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
McHenry, MD

Average snowfall days in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - McHenry, 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: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
McHenry, MD

Average sunshine days in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in May
McHenry, MD

Average UV index in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
McHenry, MD

Average cloud cover in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
McHenry, MD

Average visibility in May - McHenry, MD
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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