May weather forecast
Pleasant Dale, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Pleasant Dale, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.9°F (11.6°C) and max 71.2°F (21.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). During the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) is observed in Pleasant Dale.

Humidity

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pleasant Dale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.5 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Pleasant Dale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.3 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Pleasant Dale, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pleasant Dale, Maryland, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In Pleasant Dale, in May, the average high-temperature is 71.2°F (21.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

May is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How many days does it rain in May in Pleasant Dale?

In May, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Pleasant Dale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pleasant Dale, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 8:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Dale have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

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 intensity in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average pressure in May - Pleasant Dale, 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
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average wind speed in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average humidity in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average rainfall in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average snowfall in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pleasant Dale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average UV index in May - Pleasant Dale, 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
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Pleasant Dale, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Pleasant Dale, MD

Average visibility in May - Pleasant Dale, 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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