May weather forecast
Oak West, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Oak West, Maryland, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to May introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in April to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). An average temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) marks the nights in Oak West in May.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Oak West, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oak West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.5 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Oak West, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Oak West in May?

In Oak West, 72.5°F (22.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.2°F (12.9°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Oak West, in May, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) 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 Oak West have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:27 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

When is 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?

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

Average temperature in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Oak West, MD

Average pressure in May - Oak West, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Oak West, MD

Average wind speed in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Oak West, MD

Average humidity in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Oak West, MD

Average rainfall in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in May
Oak West, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Oak West, MD

Average snowfall in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Oak West, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 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
Oak West, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Oak West, 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
Oak West, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Oak West, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Oak West, MD

Average UV index in May - Oak West, 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
Oak West, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Oak West, 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 29).

Average visibility in May
Oak West, MD

Average visibility in May - Oak West, 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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