May weather forecast
Newark, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Newark, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in April to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Nighttime, during May, brings an average low of 58.6°F (14.8°C), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

The most humid month in Newark is May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Newark, Maryland, in May, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Newark, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Newark?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Newark, is 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Newark?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the most humid month in Newark.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Newark?

In Newark, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Newark have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.6h.

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 6.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Newark, MD

Average temperature in May - Newark, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Newark, MD

Average pressure in May - Newark, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Newark, MD

Average wind speed in May - Newark, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Newark, MD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Newark, MD

Average rainfall in May - Newark, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in May
Newark, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Newark, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Newark, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Newark, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Newark, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Newark, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Newark, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Newark, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Newark, MD

Average UV index in May - Newark, 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
Newark, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Newark, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Newark, MD

Average visibility in May - Newark, 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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