May weather forecast
Ridge, MD

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an agreeable month in Ridge, Maryland, with an average temperature varying between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a change in Ridge's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). An average low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ridge, Maryland, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.5 rainfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Ridge, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. 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: In May, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Ridge, is 71.6°F (22°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.2°F (15.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Ridge?

The most humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, in Ridge, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ridge have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 8:22 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

When is the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average high temperature in May: 71.6°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Ridge, MD

Average pressure in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ridge, MD

Average wind speed in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Ridge, MD

Average humidity in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Ridge, MD

Average rainfall in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in May
Ridge, MD

Average rainfall days in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ridge, MD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ridge, MD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ridge, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ridge, MD

Average sunshine days in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Ridge, MD

Average UV index in May - Ridge, 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
Ridge, MD

Average cloud cover in May - Ridge, MD
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Ridge, MD

Average visibility in May - Ridge, 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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