May weather forecast
Poplars, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Poplars, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 71.2°F (21.8°C) and min 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

Poplars's weather in May presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) in April to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Poplars, Maryland, in May, during 13.6 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poplars, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.3 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 18min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Poplars, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Poplars are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Poplars, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Poplars, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Poplars have in May?

In Poplars, the average day length in May is 14h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 8:24 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Poplars, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Poplars, MD

Average pressure in May - Poplars, 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
Poplars, MD

Average wind speed in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Poplars, MD

Average humidity in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Poplars, MD

Average rainfall in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Poplars, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Poplars, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Poplars, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.9 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
Poplars, MD

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poplars, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Poplars, MD

Average UV index in May - Poplars, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Poplars, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Poplars, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Poplars, MD

Average visibility in May - Poplars, 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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