May weather forecast
North Bethesda, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Bethesda, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

May indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) in April to a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). During May, North Bethesda's temperature averages to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In North Bethesda, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In North Bethesda, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

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 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In North Bethesda, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for North Bethesda in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in North Bethesda during May are 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 55.4°F (13°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity in North Bethesda, Maryland, is 76%.

How much does it rain in May?

In North Bethesda, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in North Bethesda?

In North Bethesda, snow does not fall in May through October.

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 North Bethesda have in May?

In North Bethesda, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does North Bethesda have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In North Bethesda, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
North Bethesda, MD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average pressure in May - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average wind speed in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average humidity in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average rainfall days in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average snowfall days in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Bethesda, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average sunshine days in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average UV index in May - North Bethesda, 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
North Bethesda, MD

Average cloud cover in May - North Bethesda, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
North Bethesda, MD

Average visibility in May - North Bethesda, 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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