May weather forecast
North Potomac, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in North Potomac, is a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average high of 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

North Potomac sees a rise in temperature during May, with average high-temperatures transitioning from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in April to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). North Potomac in May experiences a low-temperature average of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

In North Potomac, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In North Potomac, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Potomac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.5 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In North Potomac, 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 May, 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 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 74.3°F (23.5°C) and a low-temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In North Potomac, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In North Potomac, in May, it is raining for 17.1 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In North Potomac, 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 Potomac have in May?

In May, the average day length 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 8:02 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 Potomac have in May?

In North Potomac, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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 May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
North Potomac, MD

Average temperature in May - North Potomac, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.3°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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.6°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 (26.4°F).

Average pressure in May
North Potomac, MD

Average pressure in May - North Potomac, 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 Potomac, MD

Average wind speed in May - North Potomac, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
North Potomac, MD

Average humidity in May - North Potomac, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in May
North Potomac, MD

Average rainfall in May - North Potomac, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in May
North Potomac, MD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
North Potomac, MD

Average snowfall in May - North Potomac, 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 Potomac, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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 Potomac, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - North Potomac, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
North Potomac, MD

Average sunshine days in May - North Potomac, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
North Potomac, MD

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
North Potomac, MD

Average visibility in May - North Potomac, 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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