May weather forecast
Pleasant Hills, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Pleasant Hills, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.5°F (12.5°C) and max 71.4°F (21.9°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from April's enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C). In Pleasant Hills, May nights cool down to an average of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pleasant Hills, in May, during 17.1 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 32.64" (829mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Pleasant Hills aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Pleasant Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Pleasant Hills is 8.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.4°F (21.9°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C) respectively.

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 in Pleasant Hills?

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Pleasant Hills, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Pleasant Hills aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Hills have in May?

In Pleasant Hills, Maryland, the average day length in May is 14h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Pleasant Hills?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 8:26 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average pressure in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average wind speed in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average humidity in May - Pleasant Hills, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average rainfall in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

Average rainfall days in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Pleasant Hills, 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 January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average snowfall in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average snowfall days in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.6 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 Hills, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pleasant Hills, 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 2min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

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

Average cloud cover in May - Pleasant Hills, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

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

Average visibility in May
Pleasant Hills, MD

Average visibility in May - Pleasant Hills, 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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