May weather forecast
Patapsco, MD

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Patapsco, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Patapsco experiences an average nighttime temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) in the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Patapsco, in May, during 17.5 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Patapsco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Patapsco, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Patapsco is 8.1h.

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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In May, in Patapsco, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May in Patapsco is 81%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Patapsco, Maryland, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September 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 Patapsco have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Patapsco have in May?

In Patapsco, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Patapsco, MD

Average pressure in May - Patapsco, 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
Patapsco, MD

Average wind speed in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Patapsco, MD

Average humidity in May - Patapsco, 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, April, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in May
Patapsco, MD

Average rainfall in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Patapsco, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Patapsco, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Patapsco, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Patapsco, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Patapsco, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Patapsco, MD

Average UV index in May - Patapsco, 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
Patapsco, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Patapsco, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Patapsco, MD

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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